Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
caudatifolius
ID:
230454

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rehder

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 1: 123 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000229785

Common Names

  • Lithocarpus caudatifolius
  • Tailed-Leaved Oak
  • Tailed-Leaved Tanoak

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Synonyms

  • Lithocarpus bulusanensis (Elmer) A.Camus [unknown]
  • Lithocarpus minahassae Rehder [unknown]
  • Quercus bulusanensis Elmer [unknown]
  • Quercus caudatifolia Merr. [unknown]
  • Quercus minahassae Koord. [unknown]
  • Synaedrys caudatifolia Koidz. [unknown]

Description

Lithocarpus caudatifolius (also called Caudate-leaved Oak, among many other common names) is a species of oak native to Southeast Asia. It is a medium-sized tree growing to 15–25 m tall, with a trunk up to 1 m diameter. It is found in lowland and hill forests up to 1,000 m altitude.

Uses & Benefits

Lithocarpus caudatifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and as a source of timber for construction and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lithocarpus caudatifolius has small, yellowish-green flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithocarpus caudatifolius is a species of tree in the family Fagaceae. It is native to China and Vietnam. It is a deciduous tree growing to 25 m tall. The leaves are alternate, 7–15 cm long and 4–7 cm broad. The flowers are monoecious, with male and female flowers on the same tree. The fruit is an acorn, 2–3 cm long and 1–2 cm broad, maturing in 6–8 months.

Where to Find Lithocarpus caudatifolius

Lithocarpus caudatifolius can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Lithocarpus caudatifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus caudatifolius?

Lithocarpus caudatifolius

What is the common name of Lithocarpus caudatifolius?

Tailed Oak

What is the natural habitat of Lithocarpus caudatifolius?

It is native to China, Taiwan, and Vietnam.

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-114346: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Rehder (1863-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rehder' in the authors string.