Lithocarpus uvariifolius
Evergreen tree, about 10m tall, with densely, rust-coloured, hairy stems and branches with prominent bud scars. Elliptic or ovate, dark green leathery leaves are 22cm long, densely hairy beneath. Small creamy-white spring flowers are borne on short, upright spikes near the ends of the branches and may be followed by clusters of greenish acorns
Size
Ultimate height
8–12 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
AcidColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Brown | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Cream White | Green Brown | ||
| Autumn | Green Brown | Green | ||
| Winter | Green Brown |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Fagaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Genus
A genus of 325 species of evergreen trees known as 'Stone Oaks' with lance-shaped, dark green, leathery toothed foliage and upright spikes of creamy-white flowers, followed by green to brown-coloured acorns
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moist but well-drained acid soil in sun or part shade with shelter from cold winds. Suited to mild counties with frost free conditions only or city centre locations with a microclimate
Propagation
Propagate by seed in containers in a cold frame in autumn
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- Cottage and informal garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Sub-tropical
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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