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Quercus acutissima
Japanese silkworm oak
Other common names
sawthorn oaksawtooth oak
Synonyms
Quercus serrata Siebold & Zucc.Buy this plant
Botanical details
- Family
- Fagaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Genus
Quercus
- Genus description
Quercus can be deciduous or evergreen trees or shrubs, with entire, lobed or toothed leaves; flowers inconspicuous, followed by characteristic acorns; sometimes good autumn colour
- Name status
Correct
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