Salve Regina University

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  1. Trees at Salve Regina

    1. Turkish Oak (ID #1132)

      Quercus cerris

      Age: Mature
      Condition: Fair

      The Turkish Oak is a tree Native to southeastern France. The species is prone to lightning strikes, as they are often some of the tallest trees in an area. Because of this, it is a tree that was considered sacred to many gods including Zeus in Greek mythology, Jupiter in Roman mythology, and Dagda in Celtic mythology.