Quercus alba (Pinnatifida Group) 'Marcell' Jablonski Int. Oaks 24:163 (2013) |
Infrageneric Classification Subgenus Quercus, Section Quercus |
Etymology Named by the originator, Ryan Russell, for his grandfather. |
Nomenclature Note Accepted. Int. Oaks 24:163 |
Description Selected for diminutive leaves with deep sinuses and forked lobes. Acorns much smaller than typical. Reddish-orange fall color. Named after the originators grandfather, whose property this tree was found on. |
Natural Distribution Original tree found by Ryan Russell in 2008 in Callaway Co. MO, USA |
Nomenclatural Standard (Cultivar) or Type Harold Hillier Herbarium 7389 HILL |
Standard Image | | Photograph by Matt Pringle of Sir Harold Hillier Gardens | |