Castanopsis

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Castanopsis

Description Castanopsis, also known as the chinquapin or chinkapin, is a genus of evergreen trees and shrubs that belongs to the Fagaceae family. Native to Asia and Oceania, this oak-like plant is commonly found in subtropical and tropical regions. Castanopsis trees can grow up to 30 meters tall, with a broad crown and a thick trunk. Their leaves are glossy,…