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Quercus acutissima

Japanese silkworm oak

Other common names
sawthorn oak
sawtooth oak
Synonyms
Quercus serrata Siebold & Zucc.
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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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