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Quercus fabri

Family: Fagaceae


What it is like

A tree. It loses its leaves during the year. The crown is rounded. It grows 20 m tall. The trunk can be 1 m across.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. In southern China it grows between 100-1,900 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China


How it is used for food

The seed is cooked and eaten.

Edible parts

Seeds, nuts


How it is grown

Plants can be grown from fresh seed.


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