The Black Oak is a medium-sized, fast growing, deciduous tree that can grow 50 to 80 feet tall. It is a member of the Beech family with a shorter lifespan, usually living 30-50 years. You can find this tree in forests, flood plains, and along rivers or streams. The leaf is blueish-green with zero to five lobes. This tree is a host plant for many native butterflies and moths.
