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Quercus brandegeei

Family: Fagaceae


What it is like

A tree. It grows 20 m tall. The leaves are narrowly oval and do not have lobes. The leaves are 7 cm long. The seeds or acorns are 3-4 cm long and 1 cm wide.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. It grows in Baja California. It grows in stream side locations.

Countries/locations it is found in

Mexico


How it is used for food

The seed can be eaten raw but are better cooked.

They are sold in local markets.

Edible parts

Seed, nut


How it is grown

Plants can be grown from fresh seed.


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