cork oak

It is interesting to begin by stating that the term cork oak is considered very rich, insofar as it is the result of the contribution made by both Romans and Arabs and Hispanics. And it is considered that it is the result of the sum of several components of the languages ​​of those:
-The particle “al” derives from Arabic and is used to indicate “el” or “la”.
-The noun “quercurs” comes from Latin and can be translated as “holm oak”.
-The suffix “-oque” is derived from “-occus”. This seems to be a suffix of Hispanic origin.

It is called cork oak to a kind of tree that belongs to the family group of the phagaceae. Scientific name Quercus suber, the cork oak is native to the European continent and North Africa, although its cultivation has spread to other regions.

The cork oak, which has a Cup of great extension, it can reach a height of about ten meters. Its fruits are acorns, while it has flowers that cannot be easily seen. Its main characteristic, however, is its wood of great hardness and its bark that is composed of cork.

This cork that is collected from the bark constitutes the most important value for the exploitation of cork oaks. When the bark is removed, it is usual for the tree to be set aside for a few years until the extraction is carried out again. This allows not to exhaust the production and obtain good quality cork (the bark requires a few years to recover).

Cork has multiple uses. The most common is linked to the sealing of the bottles: with the cork of the cork oak they are made plugs for champagne, wine and other products. Cork is also used in packaging tasks, to coating or as an insulating material.

Beyond the cork, the cork oak is also used for its wood (which allows to produce charcoal of the charcoal) and for its acorns (intended for feeding animals).

Other interesting facts that are worth knowing about the cork oak are the following:
-There is a formation of large cork oaks that is a benchmark in Spain and Europe. We are referring to what is known as Las Pajareras and which belongs to the Doñana National Park.
-It should also be noted that in Spain, specifically on the southern coast of the country, there is the famous Parque de los Alcornocales. It is a natural park that is considered one of the largest in the nation, most of it belongs to Cádiz and another area to Malaga. Exactly it has the largest cork oak forest in Spain and is in perfect condition. It also has enclaves such as the Pico de El Aljibe and the Cueva del Tajo de las Figuras.
-Like many plants, flowers and trees, the cork oak has its symbolism. Specifically, it is associated with values ​​such as protect and maintain.

It should be noted that the individual who is stupid or illiterate. For example: “You are a cork oak! Don't you know that water and oil can't mix? ", "Germán's cork oak wanted to fix the television and caused a short circuit".