New tree species discovered in Scotland
A new species of tree, which grows nowhere else in the world, has been found on the Isle of Arran. The amazing discovery is the result of a research project by Scottish Natural Heritage, Dougarie Estate and the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh. The tree, named Catacol whitebeam (Sorbus pseudomeincichii), is a cross between a native rowan and whitebeam, and two specimens have been found on the island so far. This brings the number of unique tree species in Arran to three. In order to ensure it's long term future cuttings and seeds have been collected, and will be cultivated in nurseries in the Royal Botanic Gardens in Scotland's capital. Deer fences have also been extended in the area to protect the young trees from marauding mammals.
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