Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
edulis
ID:
230561

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (TI, Tokyo) 1916: 8 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000229892

Common Names

  • Lithocarpus edulis
  • Edulis Oak
  • Tanoak

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Synonyms

  • Lithocarpus sublepidotus Koidz. [unknown]
  • Quercus edulis Makino [unknown]
  • Quercus glabra Thunb. [unknown]
  • Quercus glabra sublepidota Blume [unknown]
  • Synaedrys edulis Koidz. [unknown]
  • Quercus glabra micrococca Blume [unknown]

Description

Lithocarpus edulis (also called Chinese tanoak, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to China and Taiwan. It is a large tree, growing up to 40 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 edulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its edible fruits, which can be eaten raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lithocarpus edulis 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 edulis 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 edulis

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

Lithocarpus edulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus edulis?

Lithocarpus edulis

What is the common name of Lithocarpus edulis?

Oak

What is the native range of Lithocarpus edulis?

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,

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