Ancient Twisted Sweet Chestnut Tree, Castanea sativa, Fagaceae. Ashridge Estate, Hertfordshire.

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Ancient Twisted Sweet Chestnut Tree, Castanea sativa, Fagaceae. Ashridge Estate, Hertfordshire. Reported to have been planted by monks over 500 years ago who prepared a type of flour from the nuts.

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Location: UK
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License: Licensed
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