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The Japanese Oak, scientifically known as Lithocarpus glaber, is a deciduous tree native to the regions of China South-Central, Southeast, Japan, Nansei-shoto, and Taiwan. Japanese Oak (Latin: Lithocarpus glaber, family Fagaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Japanese Oak is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Japanese Oak is a member of the Fagaceae family native to CHC, CHS, JAP, NNS, and TAI. Japanese Oak, or Lithocarpus glaber, thrives in full to partial sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Japanese Oak grows best in USDA zone 6-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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