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Quercus calliprinos var. puberula Quercus calliprinos is a common tree dominating the east Mediterranean scrub. In the high steppes of S Jordan it is a relict tree. Palestine oak,calliprinos Click/tap to enlarge PromotedSpecies introCountry intro

Quercus calliprinos var. puberula

Quercus calliprinos is a common tree dominating the east Mediterranean scrub. In the high steppes of S Jordan it is a relict tree.

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The Palestine oak

''Quercus calliprinos'', the Palestine oak, is an oak classified as part of the ''Cerris'' section of the genus. It is native to eastern Mediterranean region and southwest Asia, and grows all across the Middle East from northern Algeria to Turkey and further eastwards. In Israel it is called 'Common Oak' .

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Similar species: Beeches, Oaks, Walnuts
Species identified by Christine Young
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By Ori Fragman Sapir

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Uploaded Jan 16, 2019. Captured Jan 11, 2019 13:27.
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  • NIKON D750
  • f/40.0
  • 1/200s
  • ISO800
  • 100mm