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Plant Name:
Swamp Chestnut Oak
Scientific Name:
Quercus michauxii
Description:
Swamp Chestnut Oak is a large, deciduous tree with broad, coarsely-toothed leaves and distinctive chestnut-like acorns.
Habitat:
Wetlands, swamps, bottomlands
Fauna:
Provides food and habitat for various wildlife species, including birds, squirrels, and deer
Growing Conditions:
Thrives in moist to wet soils; tolerant of flooding and poor drainage
Uses:
Used in reforestation projects and as a shade tree; acorns are consumed by wildlife and can be used as a food source
Edible:
(please exercise caution and consult additional sources or experts before consuming any vegetation):
No
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Poisonous:
No
Fun Facts:
Swamp Chestnut Oak is also known as "Basket Oak"
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