Engelmann Oak Characteristics
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Scientific name Quercus engelmannii Greene Common names Engelmann, mesa Height 20 to50 ft. Mature Tree DBH (Diam. at Breast Ht.) 1-2 ft. Longevity 100-200 yrs. Sprouting Variable sprouter Acorn Matures first year Foliage Considered deciduous but foliage may persist during winter; similar toblue-gray color of blue oak
Shade Tolerance Seedlings tolerant, mature trees intolerant Fire Tolerance Very tolerant of hot fires
Elevation Under 4000 feet Associates In pure stands and with coast live oak Sites Warm, dry fans and foothills General Notes Very limited range in southern California makes protection a high priority |
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