WILLOW OAK

Native: Georgia

Scientific name: Quercus paellas

Family: Fagaceae

This variety of Oak tree is known as a “handsome”shade tree with a stricking appearance, as noted by Thomas Jefferson. He was an advocate and a true Willow Oak lover. Particularly great for parks, as it has a flat root system that doesn’t disturb the ground, allowing for comfartable seating underneath.

The Willow Oak, a giant among shade trees casts the tiniest acorns

This giant among shade trees casts the tiniest acorns.

A close-up of green, elongated leaves on a shrub with a blurred background of other greenery and a gravel path.

Quickly identified by the willow like leaves. This shape is unusual for a tree in the family of the Quercus “Oak”. The unique willow-like leaves have captivated people for centuries.

Large oak tree with vibrant orange fall leaves beside a road.

Fall color is bright orange.

Catkin Polinators

Bark sample

Close-up of tree bark with textured, cracked, and ridged brown gray surface.
Close-up of a tree with long, hanging clusters of small yellow-green flowers and narrow green leaves.