Quercus dentata Japanese emperor oak (Fagaceae) Deciduous tree

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Quercus dentata
Japanese emperor oak
Deciduous tree
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The Quercus dentata plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan, Korea. It is a member of the Fagaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Japanese emperor oak. Some home gardeners know the variety as Q. daimio.

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Latin Name:  Quercus dentata
Common Name:  Japanese emperor oak
Family:  Fagaceae
Author:  Thunb.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  20   Mature Width:  12

Habitat:  Sunny slopes and thickets in lowland and mountains all over Japan[58].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a good deep fertile loam which can be on the stiff side[1, 11]. Prefers an acid soil[188]. Young plants tolerate reasonable levels of side shade[200]. Tolerates moderate exposure, surviving well but being somewhat stunted[200]. Trees are fast growing[200], but they prefer warmer summers than are usually experienced in Britain and often grow poorly in this country[11], failing to properly ripen their wood which results in frost damage overwinter[200]. Intolerant of root disturbance, trees should be planted in their permanent positions whilst young[11]. The seed ripens in its first year[200]. Hybridizes freely with other members of the genus[200]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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