The chinquapin oak, or yellow oak, is widely distributed in Ohio, but is most common on the limestone soils of southwestern Ohio. Although the leaves of this and the chestnut oak may be confused, there is no similarity in the bark of these two trees.
Chinquapin oak is considered an excellent timber tree.
Its lumber is similar to that of the white oak and is used for the same purposes. The acorn, which matures in one year, is not only palatable but very sweet if roasted.