Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
laoticus
ID:
230695

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hickel & A.Camus) A.Camus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Rivièra Sci. 18: 41 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230026

Common Names

  • Laoticus Oak
  • Lithocarpus laoticus
  • Laoticus' Oak

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Synonyms

  • Pasania laotica Hickel & A.Camus [unknown]

Description

Lithocarpus laoticus (also called Laotian 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 laoticus 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lithocarpus laoticus var. laoticus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lithocarpus laoticus is small and yellow, with a single pistil and five stamens. The seed is small and round, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithocarpus laoticus is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is found in lowland and hill dipterocarp forests in Laos. 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 laoticus

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

Lithocarpus laoticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus laoticus?

Lithocarpus laoticus

What is the common name of Lithocarpus laoticus?

Lao Oak

Where is Lithocarpus laoticus found?

Laos

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-114574: Based on the initial data import
Aimée Antoinette Camus (1879-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Camus' in the authors string.
Paul Robert Hickel (1865-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hickel' in the authors string.