Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Oblovate with 7 to 9 rounded lobes
Margin
Entire with deep, rounded sinuses
Arrangement
Alternate on stems
Venation
Pinnate with prominent midribs and primary veins
Key Features
Deeply lobed leaves featuring distinctly rounded lobe tips without bristle points
Description
Large deciduous tree with a broad, rounded crown, light gray scaly bark, and acorns maturing in one season
Habitat
Upland forests and well-drained soils in full sun
Native Range
Eastern and central North America
Identified on 10/15/2026