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The Valley oak (Quercus lobata) is the largest of North American oaks.
It ranges over the hot interior valleys of California. Mature specimens may attain an age of up to 600 years. This deciduous oak requires year-round access to groundwater.
Its grand stature was noted by early pioneers. Today it is an attractive addition to the California landscape.
Its thick, ridged bark is characteristic and evokes alligator hide. The Valley oak's felt-like deeply lobed leaves assist in rapid identification...
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