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Discover Quercus john-tuckeri: an exceptional North American oak species, commonly known as Tucker oak, native to California. Indigenous to the chaparral and oak woodlands found along mountain slopes of diverse regions such as the western Transverse Ranges, the southernmost Central Coast Ranges, and the fringes of the Mojave Desert. This unique species is named in honor of John M. Tucker -- a renowned professor of botany at the University of California at Davis and a specialist in Quercus. This compact oak is an excellent choice for smaller gardens, being as picturesque as it is ornamental. Its form is evergreen, growing up to 15-20 feet, bearing green leaves adorned with sharp mini teeth and subtle fuzz on the stem. Exhibiting remarkable grey bark, dense spiny grey leaves, and elongated acorns topped with a slender cap, this oak is easily moldable, presenting an almost sculptural aesthetic. Quercus john-tuckeri grows primarily below elevations where heavy snowfalls occur and shows extraordinary resistance to drought. Immerse yourself in the world of Quercus john-tuckeri, an oak as resilient as it is beautiful.