Treaty Oak, Live oak tree in Austin, United States
The Treaty Oak is a live oak standing in a small park in Austin, Texas, United States, just a short walk from the Colorado River. The tree now rises to roughly 50 feet (15 meters) in height, and its branches form a broad canopy that casts shade over the surrounding lawn.
The tree is believed to be around 500 years old and was once part of a grove known as the Council Oaks. During the 1830s, Native American tribes and European settlers used this spot as a meeting point.
Native American tribes, including Tejas, Apache, and Comanche, gathered at this location for ceremonies, meetings, and the preparation of traditional medicinal teas.
The park is located on Baylor Street between 5th and 6th Streets and remains open during standard park hours. A paved path leads up to the tree, and benches are available nearby for resting.
After a poisoning incident in 1989 destroyed much of the tree, it produced acorns again in 1997. Seedlings grown from those acorns were distributed to sites across Texas.
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