Description Reported dead by Park Service 10/11/2015. Confirmed by Barry Stadford.
8/15/17 updated status from co-champion to champion. other co-champion is much smaller than this tree. Justin Hynicka
Location Jackson, FL
Sand post OAK
Quercus stellata var. margarettae
This champion Sand post Oak of Florida made its debut on the list of American Forests Champion Trees in , as it is the largest known tree of its species in the country. By recognizing these champions, we recognize the beauty and critical ecosystem services provided by our biggest and oldest trees.
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| STATUS | Champion |
|---|---|
| Tree circumference | 0 |
| height | 0 |
| crown spread | 0 |
| Total points | 0 |
| LOCATION | Jackson, FL |
|---|---|
| Nominated by | Robert Ing |
| Year Nominated | 2012 |
| Date crowned |
Other Champion Trees
Quercus stellata var. margarettae
Quercus geminata
Myrtle Oak
FLQuercus myrtifolia
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