OAK THICKETS
In
the past, Mt Parnitha was covered by deciduous
oaks. Nowadays, there are only remnants of these forests. At
Metochi area there is a small population of valonia oaks (Quercus
ithaburensis ssp.
macrolepis), and at Ntrasiza and Katsimidi areas there
are downy oak formations (Quercus
pubescens), mixed variedly with haleppo pine and grecian
fir.
During
the fall, when oaks shed their leaves, a magical scenery is
set, while at the end of winter, under the naked oaks and among
the dead leaves, yellow crocuses
(Crocus olivieri ssp. olivieri)
grow, creating a gorgeous landscape.
