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California Native Plant

Lithocarpus densiflorus

Tanbark Oak, Tan Oak

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Greg Applegate/Engstrom

 

Description

The Lithocarpus densiflorus is a tree that has the ability to remain free from troubles such as pests and disease. It is very shade tolerant and its spreading branches are covered with sharply toothed leaves and whitish or yellowish wool. The wool colors will later change into a smooth green with a gray green accent below.

 

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Clay, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.