Quercus myrsinifolia

Also Known As

Chinese Evergreen Oak

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'-30'
W: 20'-30'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Quercus myrsinifolia plant details

Quercus myrsinifolia is a broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In summer flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus myrsinifolia

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: small tree, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus myrsinifolia

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the more handsome of the evergreen oaks, this one native to Japan and Asia, with bronze new growth maturing to glossy green leaves that end in a curious drip tip. Grows at a medium rate to 30 ft tall as an upright and spreading specimen. Best full to part sun with regular summer water but tolerates summer drought once established. Makes an excellent street tree or container plant. Cold hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7.

By: Cistus Nursery

Native throughout a large area in Asia, the Bamboo Oak is one of the most unusual oak species and features evergreen leaves that are long and narrow with a pointed tip like a bamboo leaf. Trees develop a dense canopy with long twisting branches and the new growth is bright red, making this one of the only Oak species with any leaf color. The species myrsinifolia refers to a Myrtle tree which this species is also often said to resemble.

By: Red Panda Nursery

Hardy to 0-10 °F, this is the most cold tolerant of any evergreen oak. With its slender shiny leaves and medium size (to 40 ft. normally) it has a place in many landscapes.