Japanese evergreen oak

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Also known as: Quercus acuta

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Japanese evergreen oak refers to an evergreen oak species native to Japan, specifically Lithocarpus glabra. This plant is closely related to and resembles the tanbark oak found on the American Pacific coast. Evergreen oaks, in general, are characterized by foliage that persists for two years, maintaining a continuously green appearance. Oaks belong to the genus Quercus and are found throughout the north temperate zone and at high altitudes in the tropics. They are known for their acorns, which serve as a food source, and their lumber, used in various construction and manufacturing applications.123

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dentata), Japanese evergreen oak (Q. acuta), and sawtooth oak (Q. acutissima). The English oak (Q. robur), a timber tree native to Eurasia and northern Africa, is cultivated in other areas of the world as an ornamental.
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dentata), Japanese evergreen oak (Q. acuta), and sawtooth oak (Q. acutissima). The English oak (Q. robur), a timber tree native to Eurasia and northern Africa, is cultivated in other areas of the world as an ornamental.
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