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Kermes oak

Quercus coccifera

Photo by Dangermouse
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Field Notes

Description:

Dense evergreen tree. Leaves glossy and holly-like, with conspicuous teeth. Acorns are approximately 1.5cm long and borne in spiny cups.

Notes:

Second photo shows the acorns, third photo shows the bark on the trunk.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (2)
Dangermouse
This could be the European relative. :) I know this tree in particular is massive - it's growing on a slope, so the trunk is hidden by the foliage.
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PublishedAugust 17, 2011

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