Species PlantsWhite Oak

White Oak

Quercus alba

CommonPlant
Illustration of White Oak (Quercus alba)

The White Oak is a massive, long-lived tree and a keystone species of eastern North American forests. Its acorns are lower in tannins than other oaks and are a critical fall food source for wildlife.

Habitat
Well-drained upland forests, hillsides, and rocky ridges
Diet
Acorns support over 500 caterpillar species, plus deer, turkeys, jays, and woodpeckers
How common
Common

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