Home > Herbs > Quercus Frainetto

Hungarian oak

Quercus frainetto · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Hungarian oak, scientifically known as Quercus frainetto, is a majestic deciduous tree native to Europe. Renowned for its robust timber and ecological significance, it holds traditional medicinal value. Often utilized in herbal practices, its bark and extracts are studied for their potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in natural healing.

Family
Fagaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Quercus Conferta Var. Spectabilis · Quercus Conferta F. Integriloba · 40 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Quercus frainetto

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Roble de Hungria

German:

  • Ungarische Eiche

French:

  • Chêne de Hongrie

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fagales and the family Fagaceae, it is specifically classified under the genus Quercus.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Fagales
Family Fagaceae
Genus Quercus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, its presence can be specifically noted within the borders of Hungary. Moving toward the Mediterranean and Balkan regions, it is widely distributed throughout Southeastern Europe. Within this southeastern zone, the species is found inhabiting the landscapes of Albania, Bulgaria, and Greece. Additionally, its range extends into the southeastern reaches of Italy, completing its regional spread.

Region Area
Middle Europe Hungary
Southeastern Europe Albania
Southeastern Europe Bulgaria
Southeastern Europe Greece
Southeastern Europe Italy
Southeastern Europe Romania
Southeastern Europe Türkiye-in-Europe
Southeastern Europe NW. Balkan Pen.
Western Asia East Aegean Is.
Western Asia Türkiye

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Quercus frainetto has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids.

Chemicals reported in Quercus frainetto
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Flavonoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Flavonoids

  1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

Activities

Quercus frainetto has 3 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.

Activities reported in Quercus frainetto
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antimicrobial 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antioxidant 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Cytotoxic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antimicrobial

  1. Pharmaceutics
  2. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

Antioxidant

  1. Pharmaceutics
  2. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

Cytotoxic

  1. Pharmaceutics

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
aqueous extracts Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆