Northern Red Oak
Quercus rubra · Fagaceae (Beech family)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Obovate to oblong with 7 to 11 shallow lobes
Margin
Lobed with bristled teeth at the lobe tips
Arrangement
Alternate with short petioles
Venation
Pinnate with prominent raised primary and secondary veins
Key Features
Bristle-tipped lobes and vibrant red autumn coloration shown in the leaf
Description
Large deciduous tree with dark fissured bark, producing acorns and turning deep red in autumn
Habitat
Upland forests and well-drained slopes in full sun to partial shade
Native Range
Native to eastern and central North America, planted globally
Identified on 10/17/2026