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Tree Species (Central Texas)

Live Oak

Definition

The live oak (Quercus virginiana and related species) is an evergreen oak native to the southern United States, including Central Texas. Live oaks can live 250+ years, develop massive sprawling canopies, and are highly susceptible to oak wilt disease.

In Central Texas

Live oaks are Central Texas' iconic native tree and the species most affected by oak wilt in the region.

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