Mexican White Oak

About this plant

Quercus polymorpha, commonly known as Mexican White Oak, is a versatile and resilient oak species native to northeastern Mexico and parts of Texas. Renowned for its adaptable growth habit and distinctive lobed leaves that remain glossy and dark green year-round, this semi-evergreen oak provides excellent shade and ornamental value in landscapes. The tree is noted for its rapid growth rate compared to other oaks and its tolerance to a wide range of soil types, including alkaline and clay soils, as well as drought conditions once established. Mexican White Oak’s ability to thrive in both hot, dry climates and more temperate zones makes it a favored choice for sustainable landscaping and urban forestry. Its historical use by indigenous peoples and early settlers as a source of durable wood and shade underscores its longstanding ecological and cultural significance. Recognized for combining

Plant details

Mature height

45 ft.

Mature width

40 ft.

Growth rate

Moderate

USDA zones

7-11

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Water needs

Moderate

Soil

Clay, Loamy, Rocky, Sandy, Well Drained

Spacing

20 ft.

Bloom season

Mid-Spring (April-May)