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Water Oak (Quercus nigra) is a deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States, including states such as Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, T… Water Oak (Latin: Quercus nigra) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Water Oak is most often used to support immune support. Each claim is rated by evidence strength - see the full profile for citations.
Water Oak is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Water Oak is a member native to ALA, ARK, DEL, FLA, GEO, and KTY. Water Oak (Quercus nigra) thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, medium to heavy (clay) soil with a pH between 4.8 and 7.3.
Water Oak grows best in USDA zone 5-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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