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Red Oak

Quercus rubra

Photo by chesterbperry
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35.0048, -85.1975

Field Notes

Description:

The acorns of all oaks are edible, the red oak group being the most bitter. Although, the tannins that cause the bitterness can be leached out by soaking or boiling in water.

Habitat:

Riparian-urban park

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PublishedApril 10, 2013

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