Quercus libani Lebanon oak (Fagaceae) Deciduous tree

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Quercus libani
Lebanon oak
Deciduous tree
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The Quercus libani plant species is found in W. Asia - Turkey, Iran, Iraq. It is a member of the Fagaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Lebanon oak.

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Latin Name:  Quercus libani
Common Name:  Lebanon oak
Family:  Fagaceae
Author:  Olivier.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  8   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Not known

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a good deep fertile loam which can be on the stiff side[1, 11]. Young plants tolerate reasonable levels of side shade[200]. Prefers warmer summers than are usually experienced in Britain[200]. The seed ripens in its second year[200] and is frequently produced in Britian[11]. Intolerant of root disturbance, trees should be planted in their permanent positions whilst young[11]. Hybridizes freely with other members of the genus[200]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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