Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
amygdalifolius
ID:
230385

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Skan) Hayata

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Gen. Ind. Fl. Formos. : 72 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000229716

Common Names

  • Lithocarpus amygdalifolius
  • Amygdalifolius Lithocarpus
  • Amygdalifolius

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Synonyms

  • Quercus amygdalifolia Skan [unknown]
  • Pasania amygdalifolia Schottky [unknown]
  • Synaedrys amygdalifolia (Skan) Koidz. [unknown]
  • Synaedrys amygdalifolius (Skan) Koidz. [unknown]
  • Lithocarpus amygdalifolius amygdalifolius [unknown]

Description

Lithocarpus amygdalifolius (also called Tanbark Oak, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the western United States and Mexico. It typically grows to a height of 15–20 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and oblong-lanceolate in shape. It is found in dry, open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lithocarpus amygdalifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. The plant is known for its bright red, heart-shaped flowers and glossy foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lithocarpus amygdalifolius is a small, yellow-green, tubular flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, round, hard-shelled seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithocarpus amygdalifolius is a small to medium-sized shrub, usually growing up to 1 m tall. It is easily propagated from cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and can be rooted in a mixture of sand and peat. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the roots have developed. Once the roots have developed, the cuttings can be planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Lithocarpus amygdalifolius

Lithocarpus amygdalifolius is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Lithocarpus amygdalifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus amygdalifolius?

Lithocarpus amygdalifolius

What is the common name of Lithocarpus amygdalifolius?

Amygdalifolius Lithocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Lithocarpus amygdalifolius?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Lithocarpus genus

Lithocarpus acuminatus, Lithocarpus aggregatus, Lithocarpus ailaoensis, Lithocarpus amherstianus, Lithocarpus amoenus, Lithocarpus amygdalifolius, Lithocarpus andersonii, Lithocarpus annamensis, Lithocarpus annamitorus, Lithocarpus apoensis, Lithocarpus apricus, Lithocarpus arcaulus, Lithocarpus areca, Lithocarpus aspericupulus, Lithocarpus atjehensis, Lithocarpus attenuatus, Lithocarpus auriculatus, Lithocarpus bacgiangensis, Lithocarpus balansae, Lithocarpus bancanus, Lithocarpus bassacensis, Lithocarpus beccarianus, Lithocarpus bennettii, Lithocarpus bentramensis, Lithocarpus bicoloratus, Lithocarpus blaoensis, Lithocarpus blumeanus, Lithocarpus bolovenensis, Lithocarpus bonnetii, Lithocarpus brachystachyus, Lithocarpus braianensis, Lithocarpus brassii, Lithocarpus brevicaudatus, Lithocarpus brochidodromus, Lithocarpus bullatus, Lithocarpus burkillii, Lithocarpus calolepis, Lithocarpus calophyllus, Lithocarpus cambodiensis, Lithocarpus campylolepis, Lithocarpus cantleyanus, Lithocarpus carolinae, Lithocarpus castellarnauianus, Lithocarpus caudatifolius, Lithocarpus caudatilimbus, Lithocarpus celebicus, Lithocarpus cerifer, Lithocarpus chevalieri, Lithocarpus chienchuanensis, Lithocarpus chifui,

Species in the Fagaceae family

Castanea crenata, Castanea dentata, Castanea henryi, Castanea mollissima, Castanea neglecta, Castanea ozarkensis, Castanea pumila, Castanea sativa, Castanea seguinii, Castanopsis pseudohystrix, Castanopsis thaiensis, Castanopsis undulatifolia, Castanopsis acuminatissima, Castanopsis amabilis, Castanopsis annamensis, Castanopsis argentea, Castanopsis argyrophylla, Castanopsis arietina, Castanopsis armata, Castanopsis birmanica, Castanopsis boisii, Castanopsis borneensis, Castanopsis brevispinula, Castanopsis buruana, Castanopsis calathiformis, Castanopsis cambodiana, Castanopsis carlesii, Castanopsis castanicarpa, Castanopsis catalpifolia, Castanopsis cavaleriei, Castanopsis ceratacantha, Castanopsis cerebrina, Castanopsis chapaensis, Castanopsis chevalieri, Castanopsis chinensis, Castanopsis choboensis, Castanopsis chunii, Castanopsis clarkei, Castanopsis clemensii, Castanopsis concinna, Castanopsis costata, Castanopsis crassifolia, Castanopsis cryptoneuron, Castanopsis curtisii, Castanopsis cuspidata, Castanopsis delavayi, Castanopsis densinervia, Castanopsis densispinosa, Castanopsis diversifolia, Castanopsis dongchoensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-114283: Based on the initial data import
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.
Sidney Alfred Skan (1870-1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skan' in the authors string.