Tree · evergreen
Cork oak
Quercus suber
Cork oak (Quercus suber) is an evergreen tree with a height of up to 20 m, native to Mediterranean Europe and North Africa. In landscaping it is valued for its corky trunk and foliage. Its bark is the source of cork.
| Scientific name | Quercus suber |
|---|---|
| Type | Tree |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | up to 20 m |
| Flowering | Spring |
| Origin | Mediterranean Europe and North Africa |
| Watering | Medium |
| Sun exposure | Full sun |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Ornamental value | Corky trunk and foliage |
