*Oakleaf hydrangea
*Hydrangea quercifolia
OAKLEAF HYDRANGEA
Hydrangeaceae
S.E. North America
Location: map coordinates A-25 (southwest side of parking lot #1),
N 39°11'18'' W 75°32'29''
Planting history: probably planted with new Loop Road, ca 2000. Source probably (Terrain at) Styers (nursery), PA.
Description:
*Non-native species (not native to Delaware)
OAKLEAF HYDRANGEA
Hydrangeaceae
S.E. North America
Location: map coordinates A-25 (southwest side of parking lot #1),
N 39°11'18'' W 75°32'29''
Planting history: probably planted with new Loop Road, ca 2000. Source probably (Terrain at) Styers (nursery), PA.
Description:
- deciduous shrub
- etymology: Hydrangea from Greek hydor for water, and aggos for a jar; quercifolia = oak-leaved
- leaves opposite; oak-like in shape, hence the common and scientific names
- flowers white, in large showy panicles (branching clusters)
- prefers partial shade
- common ornamental
*Non-native species (not native to Delaware)
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