Oaks are some of the most valued trees. They can live up to 1,000 years and their habit is very massive because strong boughs spread sideways to form a robust crown. Common oak is characterized by acorns measuring even a few centimetres in length and located on long stems. In the botanical nomenclature, the acorns’ ‘hats’ are cupules. Thanks to its high-quality wood, oak is valued in the furniture industry and its century-long rich symbolism is owed to its size and durability.
