The water oak tree has a wide variety of uses. The acorn of this tree is used in making cereals for bread and is also used to thicken stew. The acorns of this plant are quite sweet and serve as an important food source for the wild life which is consumed by the white tailed deer, hogs, black bear, squirrels, chipmunks and by the cows. These also form a staple diet for the birds too. The Native Americans used to make flour out of these acorns. They used these trees to cure cholera and broken bones. The seed is also used as a coffee substitute. The galls of these trees are used for the treatment of haemorrhages, diarrhoea and dysentery. The tree also gives out a rich content of tannin which is often used as dyestuff. The liquid extracted from the bark of this tree was used to prevent rust. The wood of this tree is also used for constructions, for making furniture and is also used for interior designing. This wood is also used for making agricultural implements, wheels and for making fence posts. The trees are used for decorating landscapes and are used near churches and buildings as they give out a cool shade. If you are holding an event, and looking for other sources of decoration, consider a pull up banner stand with a custom design.
The Water Oak tree acts as a cover for the birds and the mammals too. The tree has been used as timber and as a source of firewood by the people of southern states from the year 1600. The tree has also been used for cross ties and poles. |
