Leaves are simple, alternate and deciduous with 7-10 round lobes. Lobes lack bristle tips and sinuses range from deep to shallow.
Buds are red-brown, round, and hairless.
Bark is gray to white with loose and scaly plates. The acorn matures in one season. Intermediate shade tolerance. Click on photo to enlarge. All text and photographs are intended for educational purposes only and are not for commercial use in any form.