Dec 23, 2011
I posted a BLOG about Oracle Oak (Quercus Morehus or Quercus Kelloggii x Wislizenii) the other day. I will again mention that a common local name for this oak is the Golden Oak due to its habit of retaining leaves throughout the winter time that often turn yellow in color.
Here is a striking example of a "Golden Oak" that is just north of the UC Hopland Research & Extension Center. This tree is not quite as spectacular this year, so I am using a photo from last year. The Center has many Oracle Oaks scattered throughout the property.
