Quercus
Quercus, commonly known as oak, is a majestic genus of trees celebrated for both its ecological significance and medicinal potential. Rich in tannins and polyphenols, various species offer potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Historically used in traditional medicine, oak bark remains a valuable resource for dermatological treatments.
- Scientific name: Quercus
- Family: Fagaceae
- Native range: Europe
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 classified 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, known as Quercus, is widely distributed across several regions within Northern Europe. It can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Denmark. Additionally, its presence extends to the northern territories of Finland. The species is also well-established throughout the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, it maintains a significant geographical footprint within the forests of Norway.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Chemicals
Quercus has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Gallic acid, gallic acid, glucose, piperonylic acid, raffinose.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gallic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gallic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glucose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| piperonylic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| raffinose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sucrose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Quercus has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Anticancer, Antidiabetic, Antioxidant, Gastroprotective.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gastroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Quercus has 10 reported medicinal uses identified across 11 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, anaphylactic shock, bacterial vaginosis, bronchoconstriction, dyspareunia.
- Total uses
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 11
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anaphylactic shock | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bacterial vaginosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bronchoconstriction | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dyspareunia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dysuria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypotension | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| itching | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| odor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |