Quercus semecarpifolia (Fagaceae) Evergreen tree

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Quercus semecarpifolia
Evergreen tree
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The Quercus semecarpifolia plant species is found in E. Asia - China to the Himalayas. It is a member of the Fagaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as Q. aquifolioides.

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Latin Name:  Quercus semecarpifolia
Family:  Fagaceae
Author:  Sm.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  30   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Often the dominant species on north-facing slopes in the Himalayas, from 2400 - 3600 metres[11, 146]. In China it grows right up to the tree-line, where it becomes a thicket-forming shrub[11].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a good deep fertile loam which can be on the stiff side[1, 11]. Young plants tolerate reasonable levels of side shade[200]. Older trees dislike shade[146]. Tolerates moderate exposure, surviving well but being somewhat stunted[200]. This species is not hardy in the colder areas of the country, it tolerates temperatures down to between -5 and -10°c[200]. Prefers warmer summers than are usually experienced in Britain, trees often grow poorly in this country and fail to properly ripen their wood resulting in frost damage overwinter[200]. Trees respond well to coppicing[146, 158]. The seed ripens in its second year[200]. Intolerant of root disturbance, trees should be planted in their permanent positions whilst young[11]. Hybridizes freely with other members of the genus[200]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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