Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
proboscideus
ID:
230844

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hickel & A.Camus) A.Camus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Rivièra Sci. 18: 41 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230175



Common Names

  • Proboscideus Oak
  • Proboscideus Lithocarpus
  • Lithocarpus Proboscideus


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Synonyms

  • Pasania proboscidea Hickel & A.Camus [unknown]
  • Corylopasania proboscidea (Hickel & A.Camus) Nakai [unknown]

Description

Lithocarpus proboscideus (also called Elephant's Foot, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Fagaceae family. It is native to China, Vietnam, and Thailand. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lithocarpus proboscideus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, reduce swelling, and to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lithocarpus proboscideus flowers are small and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithocarpus proboscideus is a medium-sized evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about a foot tall.

Where to Find Lithocarpus proboscideus

Lithocarpus proboscideus is native to China and can be found in forests at elevations of 1000-2000m.

Lithocarpus proboscideus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus proboscideus?

Lithocarpus proboscideus

Where is Lithocarpus proboscideus found?

Lithocarpus proboscideus is found in Vietnam, Laos, and China.

What is the growth rate of Lithocarpus proboscideus?

Lithocarpus proboscideus has a slow to medium growth rate.

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-114713: Based on the initial data import
Aimée Antoinette Camus (1879-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Camus' in the authors string.
Paul Robert Hickel (1865-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hickel' in the authors string.