Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
cyrtocarpus
ID:
230519

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Drake) A.Camus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Rivièra Sci. 18: 40 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000229850

Common Names

  • Lithocarpus cyrtocarpus
  • Cyrtocarpus Oak
  • Cyrtocarpus Lithocarpus

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Synonyms

  • Lithocarpus anisobalanos Chun & F.C.How [unknown]
  • Lithocarpus uncinatus A.Camus [unknown]
  • Quercus cyrtocarpa Drake [unknown]
  • Pasania cyrtocarpa Schottky [unknown]
  • Synaedrys cyrtocarpa Koidz. [unknown]

Description

Lithocarpus cyrtocarpus (also called Chinese oak, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree native to China and Taiwan. It has a conical crown and a straight trunk, with leaves that are oblong and dark green in color. It can be found in open woodlands, along roadsides, and in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Lithocarpus cyrtocarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its timber, which is used in furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lithocarpus cyrtocarpus is a small, yellowish-greenish, cup-shaped flower with a short pedicel. The seed is a small, globose nut with a thick, woody pericarp. The seedlings are small and have a single, erect stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithocarpus cyrtocarpus is a slow-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 25 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Lithocarpus cyrtocarpus

Lithocarpus cyrtocarpus can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Lithocarpus cyrtocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus cyrtocarpus?

Lithocarpus cyrtocarpus

What is the common name of Lithocarpus cyrtocarpus?

Curved-fruited Oak

What is the natural habitat of Lithocarpus cyrtocarpus?

Dry evergreen forests

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-114409: Based on the initial data import
Aimée Antoinette Camus (1879-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Camus' in the authors string.
Emmanuel Drake del Castillo (1855-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drake' in the authors string.