Quercus robur subsp. robur
Quercus robur subsp. robur · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Quercus robur subsp. robur, is the English oak, a majestic tree celebrated for its profound historical and medicinal significance. Renowned for its high tannin content, its bark and wood have long been utilized in traditional remedies to treat inflammation, digestive issues, and various skin conditions.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Fruit
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Quercus robur subsp. roburDistribution
This plant exhibits a widespread presence across several regions in Northern Europe. It can be found growing naturally throughout the landscapes of Denmark and Finland. Additionally, its distribution extends to the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. The species is also well-established within the territories of Norway. Consequently, these specific countries represent key areas for its geographical occurrence.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark |
| Northern Europe | Finland |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Northern Europe | Ireland |
| Northern Europe | Norway |
| Northern Europe | Sweden |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Quercus robur subsp. robur has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include fruit.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fruit
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Preparations
Quercus robur subsp. robur has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include extracts of fruits.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Extracts of fruits | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Extracts of fruits
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin