Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
230615

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Korth.) Soepadmo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 8: 243 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000229946

Common Names

  • Lithocarpus gracilis
  • Gracilis Oak
  • Tanoak

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Synonyms

  • Lithocarpus cyathiformis A.Camus [unknown]
  • Lithocarpus cyrtorhynchus Rehder [unknown]
  • Lithocarpus diepenhorstii (Miq.) Barnett [unknown]
  • Quercus cyrtorhyncha Miq. [unknown]
  • Quercus diepenhorstii Miq. [unknown]
  • Quercus gracilis Korth. [unknown]
  • Cyclobalanus diepenhorstii Oerst. [unknown]
  • Cyclobalanus gracilis Oerst. [unknown]
  • Pasania cyrtorhyncha Gamble [unknown]
  • Synaedrys cyrtorhyncha Koidz. [unknown]
  • Synaedrys diepenhorstii (Miq.) Koidz. [unknown]

Description

Lithocarpus gracilis (also called Slender Stone Oak, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Fagaceae family. It is native to China and Vietnam. It grows in subtropical and temperate forests and can reach heights of up to 25 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Lithocarpus gracilis is used for timber and firewood. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lithocarpus gracilis is small and yellowish-green in color. Its seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are thin and long with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithocarpus gracilis is a species of tree in the family Fagaceae. It is native to China and Taiwan. It is a medium-sized evergreen tree, growing to 10–20 m tall. It is cultivated for its timber, which is used in construction and furniture. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Lithocarpus gracilis

Lithocarpus gracilis is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hainan, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi, Sichuan, and Yunnan

Lithocarpus gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus gracilis?

Lithocarpus gracilis

What is the common name of Lithocarpus gracilis?

Oak

Where is Lithocarpus gracilis native to?

China

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-114500: Based on the initial data import
Pieter Willem Korthals (1807-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Korth.' in the authors string.
Engkik Soepadmo (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soepadmo' in the authors string.