Lithocarpus perakensis is a species of tree in the family Fagaceae, the beech family. It is a member of the genus Lithocarpus, which comprises evergreen trees commonly known as stone oaks. The specific epithet perakensis denotes an association with the Malaysian state of Perak, where the species was first collected and described.
Taxonomy
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Clade: Angiosperms → Eudicots → Rosids
- Order: Fagales
- Family: Fagaceae
- Genus: Lithocarpus
- Species: Lithocarpus perakensis Soepadmo
The species authority is Soepadmo, who formally described the taxon in the late 20th century. It is recognized as an accepted name in botanical databases such as Plants of the World Online (POWO) and The Plant List.
Description
Insufficient Encyclopedic Information. Detailed morphological characteristics such as leaf shape, bark texture, fruit size, and maximum height have not been widely published in accessible primary literature.
Distribution and Habitat
Lithocarpus perakensis is known from Peninsular Malaysia, with confirmed records primarily from the state of Perak. The species occurs in tropical forest ecosystems, typically in lowland to sub‑montane evergreen or mixed dipterocarp forests. Precise elevational range and habitat specificity are not comprehensively documented.
Ecology
Insufficient Encyclopedic Information. Information on phenology, pollination biology, seed dispersal mechanisms, and ecological interactions is lacking in the current scientific record.
Conservation Status
The species has not been evaluated by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List; therefore, its global conservation status is currently unassigned. Regional assessments, if any, have not been widely disseminated, and data on population size, trends, and threats remain limited.
Uses
Insufficient Encyclopedic Information. No widely reported economic, medicinal, or cultural uses have been documented for this species.
References
- Soepadmo, E. (Year of publication). Lithocarpus perakensis description. Journal/Publication (specific citation not provided).
- Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. “Plants of the World Online.” Accessed [date]. https://powo.science.kew.org/
- The Plant List. “Lithocarpus perakensis.” Accessed [date].
Note: The information presented reflects the extent of verified data available in publicly accessible botanical references as of the knowledge cutoff date. Areas marked as “Insufficient Encyclopedic Information” indicate where reliable sources are currently lacking.
