Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
obscurus
ID:
230790

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.C.Huang & Y.T.Chang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 16(4): 71 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230121

Common Names

  • Lithocarpus obscurus
  • Obscurus Oak
  • Obscurus Tanoak

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Synonyms

  • Lithocarpus elegans brevipetiolatus (A.DC.) Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Lithocarpus spicatus brevipetiolatus (A.DC.) Rehder & E.H.Wilson [unknown]
  • Quercus spicata brevipetiolata A.DC. [unknown]
  • Pasania spicata brevipetiolata (A.DC.) Hu [unknown]

Description

Lithocarpus obscurus (also called Obscure Oak, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It has an oblanceolate 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 obscurus 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 obscurus 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 obscurus is a tree that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Lithocarpus obscurus

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

Lithocarpus obscurus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus obscurus?

Lithocarpus obscurus

What is the common name of Lithocarpus obscurus?

Oak

What type of tree is Lithocarpus obscurus?

Evergreen tree

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-114664: Based on the initial data import
Zhang Yongtian (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.T.Chang' in the authors string.
Cheng Chiu Huang (1922-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Huang' in the authors string.