Canyon Live Oak (Quercus Chrysolepis) is a perennial tree in the Fagaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Quercus chrysolepis is a broadleaf evergreen oak native to western North America, particularly California and Oregon. It is known for its distinctive golden wooly acorn caps.
Canyon Live Oak
Quercus Chrysolepis
Quercus chrysolepis is a broadleaf evergreen oak native to western North America, particularly California and Oregon. It is known for its distinctive golden wooly acorn caps.
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