AngiospermStable
Banj Oak
Quercus leucotrichophora
Family
Fagaceae
Distribution
Mid-altitude forests throughout Himachal Pradesh
About This Plant
One of the most important Himalayan trees for groundwater recharge.
đŋBotanical Information
Common Name
Banj Oak
Botanical Name
Quercus leucotrichophora
Family
Fagaceae
Plant Group
Angiosperm
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Medicinal Importance
Medicinal Value
Bark medicinal use in traditional medicine.
Traditional Uses
Traditional remedy for various ailments using bark and leaves.
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Ecological Importance
Ecological Value
Water retention and groundwater recharge in mountain regions.
Conservation Importance
Most important Himalayan tree for groundwater recharge.
âšī¸Additional Information
Habitat
Temperate deciduous and mixed forests
Distribution in Himachal Pradesh
Mid-altitude forests throughout Himachal Pradesh
Conservation Status
Stable
Plant Classification
AngiospermFagaceae