NC Native Plant Society:
Plant Details
Hydrangea quercifolia
Oakleaf Hydrangea
Scientific Name: |
Hydrangea quercifolia |
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Genus: |
Hydrangea |
Species Epithet: |
quercifolia |
Common Name: |
Oakleaf Hydrangea |
Plant Type |
Shrub |
Life Cycle |
Perennial |
Plant Family |
Hydrangeaceae (Hydrangea Family) |
Native/Alien: |
S.E. Native |
Size: |
3-6 ft., 6-12 ft. |
Bloom Color(s): |
White |
Light: |
Part Shade - 2 to 6 hours of sun per day |
Soil Moisture: |
Dry, Moist |
Bloom Time: |
May, June, July |
Habitat Description: |
Native in hammocks, moist forests, also in disturbed areas, thickets, or forests adjacent to urban or suburban areas. SE native. |
Leaf Arrangement: |
Opposite |
Leaf Retention: |
Deciduous |
Leaf Type: |
Leaves veined, not needle-like or scale-like |
Leaf Form: |
Simple |
Life Cycle: |
Perennial |
Wildlife Value: |
Has some wildlife value |
Landscape Value: |
Highly Recommended and Available |
State Rank: |
(*Key) |
Global Rank: |
G5 - Secure (*Key) |
State Status: |
(*Key) |
Bettina Darveaux |
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Bettina Darveaux |
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