Diospyros brevicalyx - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boerl. & Koord.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Syst. Verz. 2: 50 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648602
Common Names
- Brevicalyx Diospyros
- Brevicalyx Ebony
- Brevicalyx Persimmon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros brevicalyx (also called Short-Calyx Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ebenaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros brevicalyx is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used for making furniture, woodworking, and carving.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diospyros brevicalyx has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros brevicalyx is a small evergreen tree that grows to a height of 10-15 feet. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Diospyros brevicalyx
Diospyros brevicalyx is found in India and Sri Lanka.
Diospyros brevicalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros brevicalyx?
Diospyros brevicalyx
What is the family of Diospyros brevicalyx?
Ebenaceae
What is the common name of Diospyros brevicalyx?
Short-Calyx Ebony
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-2769462: Based on the initial data import
Jacob Gijsbert Boerlage (1849-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boerl.' in the authors string.
Sijfert Hendrik Koorders (1863-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koord.' in the authors string.