Record details
- Common tree name
- Japanese Oak
- Species Name
- Quercus acuta
- Description
- This is said to be one of the finest Japanese oaks in the country and is best looked at from the bottom of the steps. Many oaks are evergreen; this is one. It has a slower growth rate than many oaks and very tiny acorns which you may spot in the autumn. The wood is used for Japanese martial arts practice weapons.
- Country of origin
- Japan, Eastern Asia
- Credits
- The 'Trees at Jephson's project' has been delivered by Warwick District Council. With the kind sponsorship of Leamington Town Council and the Leamington Society.