Wrapped oak
Lithocarpus cleistocarpa
Family: Fagaceae
What it is like
An evergreen tree. It grows 20 m high. The small branches are stout. The leaves are narrowly oval and 11-17 cm long by 3-6 cm wide. They are light grey. The fruiting branches are 10-12 cm long. They are crowded with many fruit. There is a cup or covering over the nut. It is 1.5-2 cm long. The nuts are round and flattened. They are 1.5 cm long by 1.6 cm wide. They are grey and hairy.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China
How it is used for food
The seeds or nuts are eaten roasted.
Edible parts
Seeds, nuts