Fagaceae Quercus imbricaria Michx.

Shingle Oak

Cherokee - Other, Fuel

Use documented by:
Hamel, Paul B. and Mary U. Chiltoskey, 1975, Cherokee Plants and Their Uses -- A 400 Year History, Sylva, N.C. Herald Publishing Co., page 46

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Scientific name: Quercus imbricaria Michx.
USDA symbol: QUIM (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Shingle Oak
Family: Fagaceae
Family (APG): Fagaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Fuel
Notes: Wood used for firewood.

RECRD: 9330 id: 32179