Status:
valid
Authors:
Rehder
Source:
wcs
Year:
1919
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 1: 129 (1919)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230140
Common Names
- Tanoak
- Tanbark Oak
- Coast Live Oak
Synonyms
- Quercus pachyphylla Kurz [unknown]
- Pasania pachyphylla Schottky [unknown]
- Synaedrys pachyphylla Koidz. [unknown]
Description
Lithocarpus pachyphyllus (also called Chinese Water Oak, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Fagaceae family. It is native to China, India, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. It is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lithocarpus pachyphyllus has been used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a source of timber and fuelwood.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Lithocarpus pachyphyllus var. fruticosus (Watt ex King) A.Camus
Lithocarpus pachyphyllus var. pachyphyllus
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lithocarpus pachyphyllus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lithocarpus pachyphyllus 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 pachyphyllus
Lithocarpus pachyphyllus is native to China and can be found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.
Lithocarpus pachyphyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus pachyphyllus?
Lithocarpus pachyphyllus
What is the common name of Lithocarpus pachyphyllus?
Oak
What type of tree is Lithocarpus pachyphyllus?
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,