Quercus robur, oak leaves
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Quercus robur, oak leaves
Leaves from a common oak tree (Quercus robur) growing within the Natural History Museum Wildlife Garden. Photographed by Derek Adams, June 2003
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Adams Common Derek Derek Adams Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Fagaceae Fagales Quercus Rosid Shadow Angiospermae Common Oak Dicot Dicotyledon English Oak Lobed Magnoliophyta Quercus Robur
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This photograph showcases the beauty and intricacy of Quercus robur, commonly known as the common oak or English oak, captured within the tranquil setting of the Natural History Museum Wildlife Garden. Taken by acclaimed photographer Derek Adams in June 2003, the image highlights the grandeur of these magnificent leaves as they gracefully dance in the daytime breeze. The common oak, a member of the Fagaceae family and the genus Quercus, is an essential angiosperm and a vital component of many ecosystems. As a dicotyledon, it belongs to the eudicot clade, specifically the rosid order of the Rosids and the Fabaceae family, which includes peas and beans. The oak leaves, lobed and expansive, are a testament to the tree's ability to thrive and adapt to various environmental conditions. Each leaf, with its unique vein pattern, adds to the tree's distinctive character. The presence of these leaves, casting their dappled shadows on the forest floor, symbolizes the tree's vital role in the ecosystem as a provider of food, shelter, and oxygen. The photograph, taken during a sunny day, highlights the interplay of light and shadow, capturing the essence of the natural world. The common oak, with its robust stature and resilience, stands as a symbol of strength and endurance, reminding us of the beauty and complexity of the natural world that surrounds us.
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