Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
fordianus
ID:
230600

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chun

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 8: 21 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000229931

Common Names

  • Lithocarpus fordianus
  • Fordianus Oak
  • Tanoak

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Synonyms

  • Quercus fordiana Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Pasania fordiana Hickel & A.Camus [unknown]
  • Synaedrys fordiana Koidz. [unknown]

Description

Lithocarpus fordianus (also called Ford's Stone Oak, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Fagaceae family. It is native to China and Taiwan, and is typically found in forests. It has a conical crown and is evergreen. It has alternate, simple leaves that are glossy and leathery. Its fruits are acorns.

Uses & Benefits

Lithocarpus fordianus is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and aromatherapy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lithocarpus fordianus has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together in groups of three. The flowers are followed by small, round, brown fruits that contain two or three seeds. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and slender, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithocarpus fordianus is a species of tree in the family Fagaceae. It is native to China and Taiwan. It is a medium-sized evergreen tree, growing to 10–20 m tall. It is cultivated for its timber, which is used in construction and furniture. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Lithocarpus fordianus

Lithocarpus fordianus is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hainan, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi, Sichuan, and Yunnan

Lithocarpus fordianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus fordianus?

Lithocarpus fordianus

What is the common name of Lithocarpus fordianus?

Oak

Where is Lithocarpus fordianus native to?

China

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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