Quercus sp. crouch oak

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Quercus sp. crouch oak

Also known as Addlestone Oak or Queens Oak. In the 14th century Wycliffe preached under this oak. Queen Elizabeth I is said to have feasted under it. Photographed by Pat Hart, Summer 2003

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© Bubblepunk / Natural History Museum

Crouch Deciduous Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Fagaceae Fagales Flowering Hart Quercus Rosid Wildlife Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken by Pat Hart in the summer of 2003, showcases the majestic Quercus sp. (Crouch Oak, Addlestone Oak, or Queens Oak) in its daytime glory. This deciduous tree, belonging to the Fagaceae family and the order Fagales, is a prominent member of the Eudicot clade, specifically the Rosid subclass. The Quercus species is an Angiosperm, characterized by its flowering nature and enclosed seeds. The Crouch Oak holds a rich historical significance, as it is believed that during the 14th century, the renowned English theologian and reformer, John Wycliffe, preached under its protective branches. Centuries later, Queen Elizabeth I is said to have feasted under its shade, adding to its storied past. The tree's broad, lobed leaves, characteristic of the Fagaceae family, are fully unfurled, displaying their vibrant green hue. The tree's stature and the dappled sunlight filtering through its foliage create an idyllic outdoor setting, teeming with wildlife and the promise of new growth. The Crouch Oak stands as a testament to the enduring beauty and history of the natural world, inviting us to appreciate the simple pleasures of a sunny day and the wonders of the Magnoliophyta kingdom.

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