THE pigment of the copper beech was identified in 1932 1 as cyanidin 3-galactoside; two years later, the colouring matter of wild strawberries was stated to be pelargonidin 3-galactoside 2.

The Common Beech (Fagus sylvatica) is a deciduous tree native to Europe and Asia, and it makes an excellent bonsai tree due to its attractive foliage and delicate appearance. Here are some ...