Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
liboensis
ID:
292360

Status:
valid

Authors:
Z.K.Zhou

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 20: 43 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000291692



Common Names

  • Liboensis Oak
  • Liboensis Quercus
  • Liboensis Evergreen Oak


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Synonyms

  • Cyclobalanopsis pseudoglauca Y.K.Li & X.M.Wang [unknown]

Description

Quercus liboensis (also called Libo Oak, among many other common names) is a medium-sized deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It has large, ovate-lanceolate leaves and small, dark-colored acorns. It is found in dry, rocky soils, in open woodlands, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Quercus liboensis is a species of oak tree native to Mexico. It is used as an ornamental tree for its attractive foliage and is also used in the production of furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Quercus liboensis has small yellow-green flowers that bloom in the spring. The acorns are small and round with a shallow cup. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quercus liboensis is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 20 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in autumn or spring in a cold frame. Germination usually takes place within a few weeks. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grown on in a cold frame for their first winter. Plant out in late spring or early summer of the following year.

Where to Find Quercus liboensis

Quercus liboensis is native to China.

Quercus liboensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quercus liboensis?

Quercus liboensis

What is the common name of Quercus liboensis?

Libo oak

What is the family of Quercus liboensis?

Fagaceae

Species in the Quercus genus

Quercus acutidens, Quercus albescens, Quercus alienocrispula, Quercus alienoserratoides, Quercus allorgeana, Quercus alvordiana, Quercus andegavensis, Quercus andresii, Quercus andrewsii, Quercus argyrotricha, Quercus aruciensis, Quercus ashei, Quercus atlantica, Quercus aurea, Quercus auzandrii, Quercus avellaniformis, Quercus baenitzii, Quercus bambusifolia, Quercus baniensis, Quercus barnova, Quercus battandieri, Quercus bawanglingensis, Quercus beaumontiana, Quercus bebbiana, Quercus beckyae, Quercus beguinotii, Quercus benderi, Quercus bernardiensis, Quercus bimundorum, Quercus blaoensis, Quercus blufftonensis, Quercus borosii, Quercus brenesii, Quercus brittonii, Quercus burnetensis, Quercus bushii, Quercus byarsii, Quercus caduca, Quercus caesariensis, Quercus calophylla, Quercus cambodiensis, Quercus cantabrica, Quercus capesii, Quercus carduchorum, Quercus carrissoana, Quercus cerrioides, Quercus charcasana, Quercus clementei, Quercus cocksii, Quercus columnaris,

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-173643: Based on the initial data import
Zhe Kun Zhou (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.K.Zhou' in the authors string.