Pin Oak

Pin Oak
Pin Oak
Pin Oak
Pin Oak
Pin Oak
Pin Oak

Common Names

  • Swamp Spanish Oak
  • Swamp Oak
  • Water Oak

Scientific Names

  • Quercus palustris
  • Fagaceae family
Basic Landscape Attributes
Height Range: 
60-70 ft. height
Fall Colors: 
Russet, bronze, and red in fall
Width Range: 
25-40 ft. spread
Flower Type: 
Yellow-green catkins and spikes
Shape: 
Pyramidal shape

History of
the Tree Species

  • Name derived from its short and tough branchlets.
  • Also known as the Swamp or Wet Oak because of its high moisture tolerance.
  • First scientifically observed before 1770.

Basic Growing Conditions

  • Full sun
  • Prefers acidic, clay, loamy, moist, rich, sandy, well-drained, wet soils
  • Tolerates wet conditions, including moderate flooding
  • Tolerates pollution
  • Tolerates drought
Pin Oak
Pin Oak

Scientific Facts

  • Acorns are edible after removing tannins via boiling or leaching
  • Acorn powder can be used to thicken soups and stews
  • Native Americans would grind acorns for coffee-like drinks
  • Has been used in the treatment of hemorrhages, chronic diarrhea, and dysentery
  • Bark has been used to treat colds
  • Also been used as a bug repellant
  • Today, wood is used for furniture, flooring, interior trim, and shingles

Location on tree on Shelby Ave:

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