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Quercus ellipsoidalis Northern pin oak Deciduous tree (1 Page of 5) The Quercus ellipsoidalis plant species is found in Northern Central N. America - west and north of the Great Lakes. It is a member of the Fagaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Northern pin oak. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Quercus ellipsoidalis Common Name: Northern pin oak Family: Fagaceae Author: E.J.Hill. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 20 Mature Width: 13 Habitat: Dry to moist siliceous to argillaceous woods[43]. Prairies and sandy hills in dry soils[82]. The best specimens are found in rich well-drained soils, especially those containing clay[229].
Medicinal Information: Any galls produced on the tree are strongly astringent and can be used in the treatment of haemorrhages, chronic diarrhoea, dysentery etc[4].
A decoction of the inner bark has been used to treat suppressed menses caused by cold[257].
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