Location specific values:
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Plant specific values:
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Littleleaf Oak (Quercus microphylla) | Easyscape Plant Profile

Littleleaf Oak

(Quercus microphylla)

Littleleaf Oak (Quercus microphylla)

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Climate Requirements for Schenectady, New York

This Plant Your Site Plant Suitability for Your Location
• Precipitation 13" - 51" 40" Aquatic Aquatic
• High Temp. 60°F - 96°F 84°F Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. Excellent
• Low Temp. 23°F - 56°F 12°F Your winter temperatures may be too cold for this plant Too cold
This plant may not grow well at your location - your precipitation is too high.

Summary

Quercus microphylla, commonly known as Littleleaf Oak, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the xeric scrublands and oak woodlands of Central and Southern Mexico. It is a slow-growing plant that rarely exceeds 60 centimeters (24 inches) in height, forming dense mats that can spread several meters wide. The leaves are diminutive for the genus, usually less than 35 millimeters (1.5 inches) long, and the plant is not known for showy flowers or fruit.

Quercus microphylla is valued for its ability to form a dense ground cover, making it suitable for erosion control and as a unique textural element in xeriscaping. It is also used in rock gardens and as a low-maintenance shrub in water-wise landscapes. This species thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soils, tolerating both medium and high water conditions. While it is not commonly found in cultivation outside its native range, it can be a conversation piece in a specialized collection of arid-land plants.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Shrub, Tree
  • Height: 40-50 feet
  • Width: 70-80 feet
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Flower Color: N/A
  • Flowering Season: Spring
  • Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun
  • Water: Medium, High
  • Drainage: Fast, Medium

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Fire Resistant, Rabbit Resistant

Natural Habitat

Xeric scrublands and oak woodlands of Central and Southern Mexico

Other Names

Common Names:

Scientific Names: Quercus microphylla, Quercus frutex var. uhdeana, Cerris microphyla, Quercus microphylla var. uhdeana

GBIF Accepted Name: Quercus microphylla Née