Diospyros blepharophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 18: 119 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648580
Common Names
- Blepharophylla Ebony
- Blepharophylla Persimmon
- Blepharophylla Diospyros
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros blepharophylla (also called Eyelash Ebony, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland and montane forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros blepharophylla is used as a source of fuelwood and for medicinal purposes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros blepharophylla are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros blepharophylla is a slow-growing evergreen tree that can reach a height of 10-20 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in seedbeds and transplanted when they are about 15 cm tall. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The tree prefers full sun and partial shade and is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Diospyros blepharophylla
Diospyros blepharophylla is found in India and Sri Lanka.
Diospyros blepharophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros blepharophylla?
Diospyros blepharophylla
What are the common names of Diospyros blepharophylla?
Blepharophyllum Ebony, Blepharophyllum Persimmon, and Blepharophyllum Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros blepharophylla?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands
Species in the Diospyros genus
Diospyros abyssinica, Diospyros acapulcensis, Diospyros acocksii, Diospyros acris, Diospyros aculeata, Diospyros acuminata, Diospyros acuta, Diospyros addita, Diospyros adenophora, Diospyros adiensis, Diospyros aequoris, Diospyros affinis, Diospyros aifatensis, Diospyros alatella, Diospyros albiflora, Diospyros alboflavescens, Diospyros alisu, Diospyros alpina, Diospyros amabi, Diospyros amanap, Diospyros amaniensis, Diospyros amboinensis, Diospyros analamerensis, Diospyros andamanica, Diospyros angulata, Diospyros anisandra, Diospyros anisocalyx, Diospyros anitae, Diospyros ankifiensis, Diospyros anosivolensis, Diospyros apeibocarpos, Diospyros apiculata, Diospyros areolata, Diospyros areolifolia, Diospyros argentea, Diospyros armata, Diospyros artanthifolia, Diospyros arupaj, Diospyros atrata, Diospyros atrotricha, Diospyros attenuata, Diospyros aurea, Diospyros australis, Diospyros balansae, Diospyros balfouriana, Diospyros baloen-ldjoek, Diospyros bambuseti, Diospyros bangkana, Diospyros bangoiensis, Diospyros baranensis,
Species in the Ebenaceae family
Diospyros abyssinica, Diospyros acapulcensis, Diospyros acocksii, Diospyros acris, Diospyros aculeata, Diospyros acuminata, Diospyros acuta, Diospyros addita, Diospyros adenophora, Diospyros adiensis, Diospyros aequoris, Diospyros affinis, Diospyros aifatensis, Diospyros alatella, Diospyros albiflora, Diospyros alboflavescens, Diospyros alisu, Diospyros alpina, Diospyros amabi, Diospyros amanap, Diospyros amaniensis, Diospyros amboinensis, Diospyros analamerensis, Diospyros andamanica, Diospyros angulata, Diospyros anisandra, Diospyros anisocalyx, Diospyros anitae, Diospyros ankifiensis, Diospyros anosivolensis, Diospyros apeibocarpos, Diospyros apiculata, Diospyros areolata, Diospyros areolifolia, Diospyros argentea, Diospyros armata, Diospyros artanthifolia, Diospyros arupaj, Diospyros atrata, Diospyros atrotricha, Diospyros attenuata, Diospyros aurea, Diospyros australis, Diospyros balansae, Diospyros balfouriana, Diospyros baloen-ldjoek, Diospyros bambuseti, Diospyros bangkana, Diospyros bangoiensis, Diospyros baranensis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2769442: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.