Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Obovate with 7 to 9 rounded lobes
Margin
Entire and deeply lobed with rounded sinuses
Arrangement
Alternate
Venation
Pinnate with prominent raised veins
Key Features
Deeply lobed leaf with rounded lobes, smooth margins, and pinkish-red autumn coloration
Description
Large deciduous tree with a broad, rounded crown, light gray scaly bark, and acorns maturing in one season
Habitat
Mixed hardwood forests, well-drained upland soils, and full sun
Native Range
Eastern and central North America
Identified on 10/16/2026