Where does cork comes from?

More specifically, cork is the outer bark of the cork oak tree (Quercus suber), which is native to the Mediterranean region. These are slow-growing trees and may live for up to 250 years.

Cork is harvested by stripping off the outer bark of the tree, a process that does not harm the tree and allows it to continue growing. The bark is then processed into various products such as wine corks, insulation, flooring, and furniture.