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  1. bur oak, burr oak, mossy-cup oak, mossycup oak, Quercus macrocarpanoun

    medium to large deciduous oak of central and eastern North America with ovoid acorns deeply immersed in large fringed cups; yields tough close-grained wood

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  1. bur oak

    Quercus macrocarpa, the bur oak or burr oak, is a species of oak tree native to eastern North America. It is in the white oak section, Quercus sect. Quercus, and is also called mossycup oak, mossycup white oak, blue oak, or scrub oak. The acorns are the largest of any North American oak (thus the species name macrocarpa, from Ancient Greek μακρός makrós "large" and καρπός karpós "fruit"), and are important food for wildlife.

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  1. bur oak

    The bur oak, also known as the burr oak, is a species of oak tree native to North America. Its scientific name is Quercus macrocarpa. It is known for its distinctive, cork-like bark and large acorns, which are enclosed in a bur-like, fringed cap. The tree can grow to significant heights and widths, making it a popular choice for landscaping. It is also recognized for its high tolerance to varying environmental conditions.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of bur oak in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of bur oak in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5


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