EPOW - Ecology Picture of the Week

Each week a different image of our fascinating environment is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional ecologist.

27 January - 2 February 2020

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Oak of Asia

Brown Oak (Quercus semecarpifolia), Family Fagaceae
Tiger's Nest Monastery, Bhutan

Credit & Copyright: Dr. Bruce G. Marcot

Explanation: Enjoy this beautiful canopy of a brown oak.

This is an evergreen oak -- never sheds all its leaves at once -- of south Asia.

Brown oaks are a species of the Himalayan Mountains. They are thought to be of medicinal importance. Their galls are astringent, and can help treat hemorrhages, chronic diarrhea, and dysentery.

Next week's picture: Color of the Tree Frog

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