Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
tephrocarpus
ID:
230953

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Drake) A.Camus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Gen. Ind. Fl. Formos. : 72 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230284

Common Names

  • Tephrocarpus Oak
  • Lithocarpus Tephrocarpus
  • Tephrocarpus Oak Tree

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Synonyms

  • Quercus tephrocarpa Balansa [unknown]
  • Pasania tephrocarpa Hickel & A.Camus [unknown]
  • Synaedrys tephrocarpa Koidz. [unknown]

Description

Lithocarpus tephrocarpus (also called Tephra Oak, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It has an oblanceolate leaf shape, and grows to a height of up to 30 meters. It is found in lowland and montane forests, and prefers moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Lithocarpus tephrocarpus is used as an ornamental plant and its wood is used for making furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lithocarpus tephrocarpus has small, yellow-green flowers with an unpleasant odor. Its seeds are small, round and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithocarpus tephrocarpus is a species of tree in the family Fagaceae. It is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Lithocarpus tephrocarpus

Lithocarpus tephrocarpus is native to Thailand and is commonly found in the forests of the northern part of the country.

Lithocarpus tephrocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithocarpus tephrocarpus?

Lithocarpus tephrocarpus

What is the common name of Lithocarpus tephrocarpus?

Rock-fruited oak

Where is Lithocarpus tephrocarpus found?

It is found in Thailand

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-114816: 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.