Quercus lyrata Walter, Overcup Oak
Quercus lyrata, Overcup Oak, is a moderately growing,
medium sized, deciduous tree often reaching heights up to 80
feet. Here, its structure is revealed over winter.
Collin Co., Texas
Quercus lyrata, Overcup Oak, acorns are honey brown, small
and round. They are deeply nested in their caps, hence the
name overcup oak. Collin Co., Texas
Quercus lyrata, Overcup Oak, can grow a wide trunk- this one
is about 3 feet in diameter.
Collin Co., Texas
Quercus lyrata, Overcup Oak, spring foliage.
Tarrant Co., Texas
Quercus lyrata, Overcup Oak- young tree.
Tarrant Co., Texas
Quercus lyrata, Overcup Oak- mature
bark.
Tarrant Co., Texas
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