Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook. & Arn.) Manos, Cannon & S.H.Oh
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Madroño 55: 188 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913528
Common Names
- Tanoak
- Coast Tanbark Oak
- Pacific Tanbark Oak
Description
Notholithocarpus densiflorus (also called Tanbark Oak, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to western North America. It typically grows to a height of 10-20 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. Its leaves are simple and its cones are globose. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Notholithocarpus densiflorus is a species of coniferous tree native to California. It is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of essential oils.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Notholithocarpus densiflorus var. densiflorus
Notholithocarpus densiflorus var. echinoides (R.Br.ter) Manos, Cannon & S.H.Oh
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Notholithocarpus densiflorus has small, yellow-green flowers and small, round seed capsules. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Notholithocarpus densiflorus is a slow-growing tree that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a sheltered location until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy growth and rooted in a well-draining medium. Once established, Notholithocarpus densiflorus should be fertilized regularly and watered during dry periods.
Where to Find Notholithocarpus densiflorus
Notholithocarpus densiflorus can be found in the western United States and Mexico.
Species in the Notholithocarpus genus
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
Sang-Hun Oh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.H.Oh' in the authors string.