laurel oak

(noun) large nearly semi-evergreen oak of southeastern United States; thrives in damp soil. Synonyms: laurel oak, pin oak, Quercus laurifolia.

(noun) small deciduous tree of eastern and central United States having leaves that shine like laurel; wood is used in western states for shingles. Synonyms: shingle oak, laurel oak, Quercus imbricaria.