Is Red-bark Oak safe for pets?

Yes, Red-bark Oak (Quercus Gilva) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Red-bark Oak easy to care for?

Red-bark Oak has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Red-bark Oak grow indoors?

Red-bark Oak is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Red-bark Oak (Quercus Gilva) 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 safe for cats and dogs.

Quercus gilva is an evergreen oak tree native to East Asia, known for its tall stature and distinctive reddish bark.

Last updated: February 2026

Red-bark Oak

Quercus Gilva

Quercus gilva is an evergreen oak tree native to East Asia, known for its tall stature and distinctive reddish bark.

Quick Facts

Type

tree

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

7-10

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

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Child Safe

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Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:shade tree, specimen tree, timber source

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Red-bark Oak

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fagaceae

Genus:Quercus