Lithocarpus conocarpus

Lithocarpus conocarpus is a tree in the beech family Fagaceae. The specific epithet conocarpus means 'cone fruit', referring to the acorn shape.

Description

Lithocarpus conocarpus grows as a tree up to tall with a trunk diameter of up to. The greyish brown bark is scaly. The coriaceous leaves measure up to long. Its dark brown acorns are conical or ovoid and measure up to across.

Distribution and habitat

Lithocarpus conocarpus grows naturally in Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore, Java and Borneo. Its habitat is lowland to lower montane forests up to elevation.

Uses

The timber is used locally in home construction.