Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
lucidus
ID:
230732

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Rehder

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 1: 128 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230063

Common Names

  • Lucidus Oak
  • Lithocarpus lucidus
  • Lucidus' Oak

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Synonyms

  • Lithocarpus omalokos Rehder [unknown]
  • Quercus cuneata Roxb. ex Wall. [unknown]
  • Quercus hasseltii Korth. ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Quercus lucida Roxb. [unknown]
  • Quercus omalokos Korth. [unknown]
  • Cyclobalanus omalokos Oerst. [unknown]
  • Pasania lucida Gamble [unknown]
  • Pasania omalokos Schottky [unknown]
  • Synaedrys lucida Koidz. [unknown]
  • Synaedrys omalokos Koidz. [unknown]

Description

Lithocarpus lucidus (also called Shining 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 lucidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in flower arrangements and as a cut flower. Its leaves can be used in dried flower arrangements. The plant is known for its glossy green leaves and small white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lithocarpus lucidus is small and yellow, with a single pistil and five stamens. The seed is small and round, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithocarpus lucidus is a species of tree in the family Fagaceae. It is native to China and Taiwan. It is an evergreen tree growing to 25 m tall. The leaves are alternate, 6–12 cm long, and have a serrated margin. The flowers are yellow-green, and the fruit is a nut, 1–2 cm diameter, with a thick husk.

Where to Find Lithocarpus lucidus

Lithocarpus lucidus is native to tropical and subtropical forests in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Lithocarpus lucidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus lucidus?

Lithocarpus lucidus

What is the family of Lithocarpus lucidus?

Fagaceae

What is the common name of Lithocarpus lucidus?

Shiny-barked oak

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-114609: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Alfred Rehder (1863-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rehder' in the authors string.