Southern Live Oak

Southern Live Oak (Quercus virginiana)

Common Names: Live Oak, Southern Live Oak

Distribution: Southeastern United States

Color/Appearance: Has a light to medium brown color, though there can be a fair amount of variation in color

Janka Hardness: 2,680 lb_f

Density: 5.25 lb/b.f.

Shrinkage: 1

Radial (thickness): 6.6%

Tangential (width): 9.5%,

Volumetric (total): 14.7%,

T/R Ratio (width to depth): 1.4

Allergies/Toxicity: 1 Although severe reactions are quite uncommon, oak has been reported as a sensitizer. Usually most common reactions simply include eye and skin irritation, as well as asthma-like symptoms.

Controlled species: CITES: no, IUCN: no

Common Uses: Cabinetry, furniture, interior trim, flooring, boatbuilding, barrels and veneer.