Oak bark
— Materia Medica
Snapshot
Oak bark (Quercus robur (cortex)) — reference monograph in your Materia Medica.
Overview
Strongly astringent bark for short‑term topical washes and classic sitz baths.
Constituents & energetics
Tannins (ellagitannins). Taste: very astringent; drying.
Parts used
Bark.
Preparations
Decoction for external use (rinses/soaks).
Short internal courses only when guided.
Notes
A little goes a long way; stain‑prone.
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References
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