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Persian oak (Quercus brantii)
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On the map in 2 countries tree

Persian oak

Quercus brantii

Family: Fagaceae

On our map this plant appears in 2 countries and ranks highest in: Iraq, Iran.

Quercus brantii is a fairly low tree, usually growing 10–15 m tall, with a broad crown and leathery, toothed leaves covered underneath with star-shaped hairs. It produces large acorns in scaly cups. It grows on dry, stony mountain slopes at about 700–2,000 m, forming open woodland. Its acorns were once ground into flour, and its galls were used for tanning hides and making ink.

Description from: Iraq.

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Significance in each country

  1. Iraq no. 4 of 8 native

    Zagros oaks make up almost all of Iraq’s natural forests, which are concentrated in the Kurdistan Region.

  2. Iran no. 9 of 10 native

    Persian oak forests cover the Zagros Mountains and are the only sizeable forest community in western Iran – they protect river sources and slopes against erosion.