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Lithocarpus edulis

Also Known As

  • Japanese Stone Oak
  • Tanbark Oak

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 10'-30'
  • W: 10'-30'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Lithocarpus edulis plant details

Lithocarpus edulis is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lithocarpus edulis

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Mature size: 10 FT - 30 FT - wide, 10 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lithocarpus edulis

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This extremely handsome, Japanese evergreen, tanbark oak is usually a shrub to 10' in the garden, but can be pruned as a small tree. Leaves are glossy yellow-green on top and blue-green underneath. Acorns are both ornamental and edible. Full to part sun with regular water to establish. Drought tolerant thereafter. Frost hardy to 0 °F, USDA zone 7.

Gardening facts about Lithocarpus edulis plant

How to Grow Lithocarpus edulis

  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Texture

    • glossy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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