*This Native species usually inhabits along hills, pl

ains, or well drained soiled areas of land.�*This specific species creates drought tolernnce and creates fruit aka acorns. �*The bark on the tree is very strong and dark which helps protect it's branches wide profiles.

*The most mature of the Live Oak tree's stands up to 40+ feet�*The scientific name of the Live Oak Tree is Quercus Agrifolia.

*This invasive species was introduced to the United States from Tasmania and other parts of South Australia.

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*People also grew the Eucalyptus for medical uses as well as propagating their property as a shield of windbreaks.�*This species scientific name is e Eucalyptus globulus.

*Though neither of these two species are endangered, they are in direct competition with each other.�*The Eucalyptus grows fairly quickly, which requires it to absorb a large amount of water, which can affect the California Live Oak by taking it's water resources.

*The fallen bark of the Eucalyptus tree impedes the growth of native species that grow around it around it, including the Live Oak.

*The Eucalyptus is oil-rich and can greatly contribute to spreading forest fires, fires however seldom kill the Eucalyptus, allowing it to recover quickly and take over an area over time. Unlike Live Oaks which tend to be top killed and grow back very slowly.�*Currently, both species are in no danger. However, the lifespan of the live oak is well over 200 years, and the eucalyptus was only introduced about 150 years ago. Therefore, It may be several more centuries before we can truly see the impact the fast-growing eucalyptus has on the slower oak.

*Many railroads used timber from the Eucalyptus because it's strong and fast growing yet they did not know that it twists and cracks easily as it grows older.

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