Oldest radiocarbon dated temperate hardwood tree in the world discovered in southern Italy
Wednesday, September 2, 2020 - 11:41
in Paleontology & Archaeology
Radiocarbon dating of five large and potentially old sessile oaks from Aspromonte National Parks has revealed a long lifespan ranging from 934 ± 65 to 570 ± 45 years. For a long time, majestic oaks have been considered a symbol of longevity, and this study proves that a millennium age horizon is attainable longevity in angiosperms growing at high-elevation belt in Mediterranean mountains of South Italy.