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Plant Focus
A little-known species from the northern Zagros forests of Iran
Mission & Goals
Mission
To further the study, sustainable management, conservation, appreciation of oaks (genus Quercus) and their ecosystems, and to disseminate knowledge about oaks and their habitat to the public
Goals
- To advance the state of scientific knowledge and taxonomy of oaks and oakland ecology
- To foster communication among members via the website, newsletters, a journal, social media, other mailings, and periodic meetings
- To support the active conservation of threatened oaks through fundraising and by providing grants to promote research and education about these species and their habitats
- To promote the utilization of oaks and the study, development, naming, and distribution of superior cultivars and cultivar groups for horticultural use
- To serve as a registrar authority for oak cultivars
- To promote the preservation, display, and interpretation of oak-related traditions, art, and lore
- To facilitate the location and distribution of ethically sourced living material for the propagation of oaks and to promote successful techniques for oak culture and management
- To encourage, recognize, and honor outstanding achievements by individuals and organizations, members and non-members, in advancing these goals of the International Oak Society
Updated August 23, 2023