Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Austrian Oak |
| MainColor | Yellow |
| PlantType |  Tree |
| Growth Type |  Cultivated |
| Season | April |
| ImageUrl | Quercus-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location | Abbots Langley |
| Human Toxicity |  Mildly_Toxic |
Flower Details
Description
Turkey Oak is a large deciduous tree that can grow up to 40 metres tall. It has a broad, rounded crown and deeply lobed leaves with bristle-tipped lobes. The bark is dark and deeply furrowed, and it produces acorns that mature in 18 months.
Distribution
Native to southern Europe and Asia Minor, it has been widely introduced to other parts of Europe, including the UK. It thrives in well-drained soils and can often be found in woodlands and parklands.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - acorns contain tannins which are bitter and potentially harmful if consumed raw.
Human Toxicity
Mildly Toxic - acorns contain tannins which can cause stomach upset if ingested in large amounts.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs - ingestion of acorns can lead to vomiting and diarrhoea.
Active Compounds
Tannins, quercetin, gallic acid.