Cork Oak
FamilyFagaceae
Max Height20 m
RangeMediterranean
HabitatMediterranean scrub
About the Cork Oak
Source of all natural cork. Bark harvested every 9-12 years without harm. Live 200+ years. Portugal produces 50% of world cork. One of most sustainable harvests. Single tree produces cork for 4,000 wine bottles.
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