Quercus gambelii Shin oak (Fagaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Quercus gambelii
Shin oak
Deciduous shrub
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The Quercus gambelii plant species is found in Western N. America - Rocky Mountains from Utah and Wyoming to Mexico. It is a member of the Fagaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Shin oak. Some home gardeners know the variety as Q. utahensis. (ADC.)Rydb.

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Latin Name:  Quercus gambelii
Common Name:  Shin oak
Family:  Fagaceae
Author:  Nutt.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  4.5   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry foothills and lower mountain slopes, 1350 - 2800 metres[62].

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]. The acorns have been eaten to give greater sexual potency[257]. The root bark is analgesic and cathartic[257]. A decoction has been used to treat postpartum pain and facilitate delivery of the placenta[257].

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