Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Oblovate with 5 to 7 deeply lobed sinuses
Margin
Lobed with aristate tips on the lobe points
Arrangement
Alternate on the stem
Venation
Pinnate with prominent midrib and secondary veins
Key Features
Deeply cut sinuses extending nearly to the midrib and distinct bristle-tipped lobes
Description
A medium-sized deciduous tree featuring a pyramidal form, dark brown furrowed bark, and acorns in cupules. Foliage turns deep bronze or red in autumn.
Habitat
Moist bottomlands, floodplains, and poorly drained upland soils in full sun
Native Range
Native to eastern and central North America, widely planted in temperate urban landscapes
Identified on 10/17/2026