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The Sandpaper Oak (Quercus pungens) is a deciduous tree native to the Mediterranean and Eastern Europe, ranging from Albania and Bulgaria to Ukraine and Yugoslavia. Sandpaper Oak (Latin: Quercus pungens, family Fagaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Sandpaper 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.
Sandpaper Oak is a member of the Fagaceae family native to AL, ARI, AT, BE, BG, and CZ. The Sandpaper Oak (Quercus pungens) thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, medium to heavy (clay) soil.
Sandpaper Oak grows best in USDA zone 6-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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