Botanical name | Quercus acutissima |
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Plant Care |
![]() Full Sun
Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day. ![]() Frost Hardy
Frost Hardy – Can Handle frost without damage. ![]() Low Watering
Low Watering – Requires Little Water. ![]() Non Indigenous
Non Indigenous – Exotic to South Africa. |
Size | |
Categories | |
Common name(s) | Bristle oak |
Origin | |
Foliage | This tree bears glossy, light green leaves. |
Uses in landscape design | This tree is suitable for large gardens or for avenue planting, but needs to be pruned to shape. Quercus acutissima is an excellent hardy specimen for colder regions. |
Maintenance | This tree needs to be pruned to shape. |
Growth rate | Fast |
Quercus acutissima (Bristle oak)
- Botanical name: Quercus acutissima
- Common name(s): Bristle oak
- Categories: Trees
Plant description:
The bristle oak is a fast-growing, deciduous tree with glossy, light green leaves. It is suitable for large gardens or for avenue planting, but needs to be pruned to shape. An excellent hardy specimen for colder regions.
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Synonym: –
Botanical Pronunciation: KWER-kus a-ku-TIS-i-ma
Quercus acutissima requirements and features

Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
This tree bears glossy, light green leaves.