Wild - uncultivated, feral, untamed trees.
European beech
European beech (Fagus sylvatica)
Col St. Pierre, Cristinacce, Corse-du-Sud, France
photo by Tim B.
Weird Facts
The European beech is found across Europe, and is one of the most diversely used tree species on the continent. The wear-resistance, strength, and excellent bending capabilities of the wood make it ideal for boatbuilding, flooring, stairs, furniture, musical instruments (piano parts), plywood, panels, veneering and cooking utensils such as bowls, platters and wooden spoons.
The European beech can tolerate strong winds and atmospheric pollution, but not maritime exposure (it is salt intolerant). They grow well in dry soils and create a thick, fibrous root network as part of their defence mechanism against strong, constant winds.
European beech
European beech (Fagus sylvatica)
Col St. Pierre, Cristinacce, Corse-du-Sud, France
photo by Tim B.
Weird Facts
The European beech is found across Europe, and is one of the most diversely used tree species on the continent. The wear-resistance, strength, and excellent bending capabilities of the wood make it ideal for boatbuilding, flooring, stairs, furniture, musical instruments (piano parts), plywood, panels, veneering and cooking utensils such as bowls, platters and wooden spoons.
The European beech can tolerate strong winds and atmospheric pollution, but not maritime exposure (it is salt intolerant). They grow well in dry soils and create a thick, fibrous root network as part of their defence mechanism against strong, constant winds.
