English Oak Quercus robur
Family: Fagaceae (Beech)
Branching: Alternate
As its name suggests, this tree was brought over from Europe.
It's commonly planted in cities but rarely escapes to the wild.
Since Oaks often retain their leaves in the winter, they can
sometimes be used for identification. English Oak leaves have a
small "notch" near the base
English Oak winter twig
Another view of the winter twig and bud. Notice the hairs along the bud scales
English Oak bark
The notches at the base of the leaf that identifies English Oak
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