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Quercus ellipsoidalis
Northern pin oak
Deciduous tree
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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.

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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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