Quercus alnifolia   Golden Oak Endemic

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Also known as the Cyprus Golden Oak this tree is an endemic species found only in the Troodos mountains of Cyprus at or above 800m. The golden shade of the leaves, particularly on the underside, give it its English name

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Quercus alnifolia Golden Oak

Troodos mountains, Cyprus 14th April 2011

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Quercus alnifolia Golden Oak

Troodos mountains, Cyprus 14th April 2011

Added on 7th January 2012

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