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ID: X3E-8ZG

ID: X3E-8ZG

Macedonian Oak

Quercus trojana

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Italy

22:02 - 10°C

My connections

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Who am I?

Date of birth

03/02/2020

Name

Macedonian Oak

Tree

Macedonian Oak

Where am I located?

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Country

Italy

Place of birth

Matera

Coordinates

40° 40′ 14.51″ N
16° 38′ 0.93″ E

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My Timeline

The important moments in your tree's life.

Seed

It all starts with a tiny seed, nice and warm in the soil.

Nursery

Your seedling is big enough to be welcomed into one of our nurseries, along with many others.

Planted

We’re here! Your tree has reached its new home: it’s been planted by a smallholder, who’ll take care of it for years to come.

Photo

Strike a pose! Now that it’s big enough, here’s a photo of your tree!

My Gallery

Nursery

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Here is a photo of some Macedonian Oak seedlings waiting to be transplanted into the ground. And who knows? Maybe I am among them!

Planted

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That's where I am:40° 40′ 14.51″ N
16° 38′ 0.93″ E

Photo

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And here I am in all my glory! The farmer who takes care of me took this picture of me after transplanting me.

Curiosity about me

The important moments in your tree's life.

Let's start with introductions

The Macedonian Oak originates in south-eastern Europe, from Puglia up to the Black Sea. It is a typical Mediterranean species that grows from sea level up to about 600 meters. It's found in the Balkans, Turkey and some Mediterranean islands. While in Italy, it's found in Puglia and Basilicata. It can reach 15 meters in height, and has leathery, glossy leaves, in an oblong shape with serrated edges.

Meaning

Privacy

This tree has chosen very specific areas as its habitat, showing a certain preference for privacy.

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How much CO2 I’ll absorb

My estimated CO2 absorption capacity is based on the first 10 years of my life*

Current absorption

- 80 kg

2020

0 kg

2030

-200 kg

* The tree will continue to absorb CO2 even after the tenth year. Therefore this is a prudent estimate.

How I am useful to local communities

Soil

Soil

It improves the quality of the soil thanks to the nitrogen fixation process or it reduces soil erosion, thanks to its extended root system.

Biodiversity

Biodiversity

It helps restocking various animal species, thus helping the variety of fauna and flora overall.

My benefits

30%

Food Security

The trees will bear fruits, some that will be edible immediately and others that can become edible through processing, ensuring food resources over time.

30%

Economic development

The trees' fruits and the products derived from their transformation can be traded in local networks, offering income opportunities.

30%

CO₂ Absorption

During its life cycle, each tree will offset CO₂. The trees that you plant can offset your emissions.

40%

Environmental protection

The trees are planted in agroforestry systems that favor the virtuous interaction between the different species and their positive impact on the environment and on the land.