Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
ducampii
ID:
230549

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hickel & A.Camus) A.Camus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000229880

Common Names

  • Lithocarpus ducampii
  • Ducamp's Oak
  • Ducamp's Lithocarpus

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Synonyms

  • Pasania ducampii Hickel & A.Camus [unknown]

Description

Lithocarpus ducampii (also called Chinese tanoak, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to China and Taiwan. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 meters tall. Its leaves are alternate and simple, with a toothed margin. It is found in forests and scrublands, at altitudes of up to 2000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Lithocarpus ducampii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its timber, which is used in furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lithocarpus ducampii is a small, yellowish-greenish, cup-shaped flower with a short pedicel. The seed is a small, globose nut with a thick, woody pericarp. The seedlings are small and have a single, erect stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithocarpus ducampii is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 40 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Lithocarpus ducampii

Lithocarpus ducampii can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Lithocarpus ducampii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus ducampii?

Lithocarpus ducampii

What is the common name of Lithocarpus ducampii?

Oak

What is the native range of Lithocarpus ducampii?

China, Japan, and Korea

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-114437: Based on the initial data import
Aimée Antoinette Camus (1879-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Camus' in the authors string.
Paul Robert Hickel (1865-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hickel' in the authors string.