Record details
- Common tree name
- Caucasian Oak
- Species Name
- Quercus macranthera
- Description
- Once you find this large, rare tree it is best seen from the path by the glasshouse where you can admire its height. No wonder the neighbouring trees are still small despite being quite old. Also known as the Persian Oak, it has large typical oak leaves. Like the wingnut it comes from the Caucasus Mountain region, bordering Eastern Europe and Western Asia.
- Country of origin
- Caucasus region, Western Asia
- Credits
- The 'Trees at Jephson's project' has been delivered by Warwick District Council. With the kind sponsorship of Leamington Town Council and the Leamington Society.