Quercus shumardii (Fagaceae) Deciduous tree

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Quercus shumardii
Deciduous tree
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The Quercus shumardii plant species is found in Southeastern N. America - Michigan to Florida and west to Texas. It is a member of the Fagaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as Q. schneckii. Q. texana. non Buckl.

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Latin Name:  Quercus shumardii
Family:  Fagaceae
Author:  Buckley.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  30   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Borders of streams and swamps in rich moist soils[82]. Usually found in clay soils[227].

General Uses: A mulch of the leaves repels slugs, grubs etc, though fresh leaves should not be used as these can inhibit plant growth[20]. Oak galls are excrescences that are sometimes produced in great numbers on the tree and are caused by the activity of the larvae of different insects. The insects live inside these galls, obtaining their nutrient therein. When the insect pupates and leaves, the gall can be used as a rich source of tannin, that can also be used as a dyestuff[4]. Wood - heavy, hard, strong, close grained[82, 149, 227]. It weighs 57lb per cubic foot[227]. A very valuable timber, it is used for lumber, flooring, furniture, veneers, cabinet making etc[82, 149, 229].

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