Several centuries ago, due to genetic changes (mutations) that were not influenced by humans, the growth form of European beech (Fagus sylvatica.) Was first observed in the Süntel, a mountainous region in western Germany. Planted at this point about 150 years ago in the former forest plant garden

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Impressive natural monument: Süntel beech in the Tharandt Forest.

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This growth form arose several centuries ago through natural mutation, uninfluenced by humans. It was planted at this location approximately 150 years ago in the former forest nursery.

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"Formation of red beech (Fagus sylvatica.), First evoked several centuries ago in the Süntel, a mountainous country in western Germany, caused by genetic alteration (mutation) unaffected by humans, planted in the former forest plantation garden 150 years ago.

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