English Oak

Quercus robur

Large branches of the English Oak rise from a short trunk to form a massive crown - rising upto 115ft (35m).

The leaves are alternate and almost stalkless with small "ears" at the base of the leaf and four or five lobes on each side. The acorns are often in pairs and on long stalks (distinguishing it from the Sessile Oak).

Once used for ship and house building it is still used for panelling and furniture.