Quercus floribunda Lindl. ex A.Camus

Native Information

The native range of Quercus dilatata, also known as Mohru oak or Green oak, is primarily the Western Himalayas, extending from Afghanistan to Nepal. Specifically, it is found in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand in India, as well as in Pakistan and Nepal.

Habitat

Habit

It is known as Mohru oak or Moru oak, is a large evergreen tree native to the western Himalayas, particularly in areas like Himachal Pradesh. It thrives at mid-elevations, forming mixed broadleaf forests. This oak is known for its large, leathery leaves, which can be entire or spiny-toothed, and its ability to coppice (regrow from cut stumps). The tree is important in its ecosystem, providing fodder for livestock and wood for fuel. A large tree, reaching 20-30 meters in height, with a dense crown.

Uses

It has traditional and potential medicinal uses. Locally, it's used for fuelwood, timber, and fodder for cattle. Its bark and leaves have been used traditionally to treat various ailments, including diarrhea, inflammation, and even as a source of tannins. Recent studies have also explored its potential as an antidiabetic and anti-inflammatory agent.

Seed

Flower

Fruit

Leaves

Bark