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Lithocarpus corneus, known as Chinese laurel or Taiwan chestnut oak, is a medium-sized tree native to the forests of China South-Central, Southeast China, Hainan, Laos, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Lithocarpus corneus (Latin: Lithocarpus corneus, family Fagaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Lithocarpus corneus is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Lithocarpus corneus is a member of the Fagaceae family native to CHC, CHS, CHH, LAO, TAI, and THA. Lithocarpus corneus thrives in full to partial sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Lithocarpus corneus grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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