Quercus cerris is a tall deciduous tree native to South-Eastern Europe. It is light-demanding and can reach large diameters, yet is relatively short-lived. Compared to other major Quercus species of Europe the wood is inferior in quality, as it has a tendency to crack. It is mainly used for shuttering and fuel wood (often in coppice systems).
Among European oaks, the Turkey oak harbours a smaller number of insect herbivores. However, this is likely related to the more restricted range of this species in South-Eastern Europe. If more widely planted, a substantial increase in herbivore interactions is to be expected. Species on Qu. cerris are usually not species-specific, but feed on othet oaks or even on many other broadleaved tress as well.
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