Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
laetus
ID:
230692

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chun & C.C.Huang ex Y.C.Hsu & H.W.Jen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 14(2): 83 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230023

Common Names

  • Laetus Oak
  • Lithocarpus laetus
  • Laetus' Oak

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Description

Lithocarpus laetus (also called Laet's Tanoak, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the beech family Fagaceae. It is native to the western United States and Mexico, where it grows in many types of habitats, including coastal, montane, and riparian areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lithocarpus laetus is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate homes and gardens. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. The plant is also known to help purify the air in the home, as it can absorb pollutants and toxins.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lithocarpus laetus has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, brown and ovoid in shape. The seedlings are reddish-brown in color and have long, slender leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithocarpus laetus is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is found in lowland and hill dipterocarp forests in Peninsular Malaysia and Sumatra. Propagation is best done through seeds, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be kept moist and in partial shade until they are established.

Where to Find Lithocarpus laetus

Lithocarpus laetus is native to Thailand and can be found in the forests of the country.

Lithocarpus laetus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus laetus?

Lithocarpus laetus

What is the common name of Lithocarpus laetus?

Laetus Oak

Where is Lithocarpus laetus found?

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-114571: Based on the initial data import
Woon Young Chun (1890-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chun' in the authors string.
Cheng Chiu Huang (1922-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Huang' in the authors string.
Yung Chun Hsu (b.1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.C.Hsu' in the authors string.
Hsien Wei Jen (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.W.Jen' in the authors string.