Morphology

N, 2-4m

Ecology

on limestone rock

Chorology

S-European

Xylem

Distinct rings, semi-ring porous, vessels in short radial multiples, simple perforation, vessel diameter <40-70 µm, fibers with small pits, with septate fibers, indistinct parenchyma, rays 1to 3 cells in width, all cells upright, crystals absent.

Xylem-Code

See annex

Phloem

Uniform cortex, distinct ray dilatations, with oil ducts.

Explanations

For explanations please see the Feature Characteristics.

Cross section
  
Tangential section
 
Radial section
  
Bark
  

© 2005 WSL - F. Schweingruber, W. Landolt, last update 18.11.2010