Brant's oak
Quercus brantii

Family: Fagaceae

What it is like

A tree. It loses its leaves during the year. It grows 8 m tall. The leaves are 6-12 cm long by 4-8 cm wide. The seed is 30-50 mm long by 12-22 mm wide.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It grows between 300-1,900 m above sea level. It suits USDA hardiness zones 7-9.

Countries/locations it is found in

Iran, Iraq, Mediterranean, Middle East, Syria, Turkey, Türkiye

How it is used for food

The fruit (nuts) are roasted and eaten.

Edible parts

Seed

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Beru, Karamese, Mese, Palamut

Synonyms

Quercus persica Jaub. & Spach; and several others