 | Mexican Blue Oak, Blue Oak Quercus oblongifolia Fagaceae (white oak group) Mexican Blue Oak was unknown in Texas until the early 1970's when it was found in the Bofecillos Mountains of west Texas. It may occur in other desert mountains in the southern Trans-Pecos. Although rare, it is also found in southwest New Mexico, Arizona, and Mexico. Mexican Blue Oak can be distinguished by its deep blue leaves, which somewhat resemble those of Lacey Oak. The species names refers to its oblong leaves.
Plant Habit or Use: large shrub Exposure: sun Flower Color: yellowish-red catkins Blooming Period: spring Fruit Characteristics: acorn Height: to 30 ft. Width: to 30 ft.
Plant Character: deciduous Heat Tolerance: high Water Requirements: Soil Requirements: alkaline Additional Comments:
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