Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
obovalifolius
ID:
230788

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hickel & A.Camus) Barnett

Source:
wcs

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Bot. Soc. Edinburgh 34: 182 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230119

Common Names

  • Lithocarpus obovalifolius
  • Ovalifolius Oak
  • Ovalifolius Tanoak

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Synonyms

  • Pasania obovalifolia Hickel & A.Camus [unknown]

Description

Lithocarpus obovalifolius (also called Obovate-Leaved Oak, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It has an obovate leaf shape, and grows to a height of up to 25 meters. It is found in lowland and montane forests, and prefers moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Lithocarpus obovalifolius has been used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a source of timber and fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lithocarpus obovalifolius are small, yellowish-green in color, and have a sweet scent. The fruits are small, round, and contain a single seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithocarpus obovalifolius can be propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Once established, Lithocarpus obovalifolius should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Lithocarpus obovalifolius

Lithocarpus obovalifolius is native to China and can be found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.

Lithocarpus obovalifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus obovalifolius?

Lithocarpus obovalifolius

What is the common name of Lithocarpus obovalifolius?

Oak

What is the family of Lithocarpus obovalifolius?

Fagaceae

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-114662: Based on the initial data import
Aimée Antoinette Camus (1879-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Camus' in the authors string.
Euphemia Cowan Barnett (b.1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barnett' in the authors string.
Paul Robert Hickel (1865-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hickel' in the authors string.