Encyclopedia · Fagaceae · Quercus lusitanica
TreeCouncil listed
Quercus lusitanica
Portugese Oak
Quercus · Fagaceae
Portugese Oak (Quercus lusitanica) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 18 m high and 15 m spread, with a spreading canopy form. Its recorded local performance is somewhat reliable. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.
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Classification
Genus
Quercus
Family
Fagaceae
Common name
Portugese Oak
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Quercus lusitanica belongs to the Quercus genus within the Fagaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Establishment watering; monitor during extended drought
Light
Full sun to part shade, subject to species
Soil
Dry soil; confirm drainage and soil volume for the site
Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
18 m H × 15 m W
Landscape use
Trial
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
- 02Quercus lusitanica verified observation photograph — iNaturalist · (c) zebedeugalinha, some rights reserved (CC BY)