Quercus pontica
Quercus pontica, commonly known as the Pontic Oak, is a resilient deciduous tree native to the Black Sea region. Renowned for its robust timber and ecological significance, this species plays a vital role in traditional herbal medicine, where its bark and leaves are utilized for their potent antimicrobial properties.
- Scientific name: Quercus pontica
- Family: Fagaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fagales, it is a member of the Fagaceae family. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Quercus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fagales | WCVP |
| Family | Fagaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Quercus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within certain regions of Western Asia and the Caucasus. Its distribution is notably found throughout the Transcaucasus area. Additionally, it occurs naturally within the borders of Türkiye. These specific locations define the primary habitats where the species can be identified. Consequently, its presence is closely tied to these particular mountainous and continental landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Quercus pontica has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include catechin, phlorizin, rosmarinic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phlorizin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rosmarinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |