Chestnut Oak
Chestnut Oak
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Tree Name:
Chestnut Oak
Species:
Quercus prinus
Height Average:
50-70 ft tall
Leaves:
Alternate, simple, 4-8 inches long, roughly oval but often wider near the tip, edges with large rounded teeth
Dangers:
Dangers:
The Chestnut Oak can get oak wilt. It is also susceptible to decay fungi such as string rot, sulpher rot, and hedgehog fungus.
Values & Uses:
Values & Uses:
The wood is heavy, hard, strong and resistant to decay. It is similar to, and often marketed as, white oak, and is used for lumber, beams, railroad ties, flooring, furniture, and planking. The large acorns are sweet and are eaten by a variety of wildlife, although good acorn crops are infrequent.
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