violoncello-shaped

Updated: May 28, 2025

This latter species is beautiful in its habit, rich in its foliage, and the fringed or mossed acorns are of a remarkable size. Of all the oaks, the sturdy but not lofty post-oak spreads the richest display of foliage. Its peculiar habit leads to the even placing of its violoncello-shaped leaves, and its generous crop of acorns gives added distinction in late summer.

J. Horace (John Horace) McFarland - Getting Acquainted with the Trees