Difference between revisions of "Oak gall"

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== Synonyms and Related Terms ==
 
== Synonyms and Related Terms ==
  
oak gall nut; Aleppo gall; oak apple; ''Quercus infectoria''
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oak gall nut; Aleppo gall; oak apple; gallnut; ''Quercus infectoria''
  
 
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Latest revision as of 07:46, 4 August 2022

Description

A Gall on an oak tree, particularly Quercus infectoria, caused by the larvae of a wasp. Oak, or Aleppo, galls can contain up to 50% tannins. They were used for making iron gall inks.

Synonyms and Related Terms

oak gall nut; Aleppo gall; oak apple; gallnut; Quercus infectoria