Quercus brantii

Quercus brantii is a deciduous Tree growing to 8 m by 8 m at a fast rate.
It is hardy to zone 7. The flowers are pollinated by Wind.
Suitable for: light , medium and heavy soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: acid, neutral and basic soils and can grow in very alkaline soils.
It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.

Fodder: Mast Industrial Crop: Tannin Management: Standard Regional Crop Staple Crop: Balanced carb
Climate: warm temperate. Humidity: semi-arid. Quercus brantii is a plant of arid and semi-arid environments, and is able to withstand moderate amounts of frost, surviving temperatures falling to around -5°c or perhaps lower when dormant, especially if the summers are hot. Quercus species generally grow well in a sunny position, though young plants usually tolerate reasonable levels of side shade. They usually prefer a good deep fertile loam which can be on the stiff side. They are also often tolerant of moderate exposure, surviving well but being somewhat stunted. Established plants of this species are highly drought tolerant. Seedlings soon develop a taproot and become intolerant of root disturbance, they should be planted into their permanent positions whilst young. Most Quercus species hybridize freely with other members of the genus. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus. Carbon Farming - Cultivation: regional crop. Management: standard.