Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
burmanica
ID:
649278

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kurz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 40: 73 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648610



Common Names

  • Burmanica Diospyros
  • Burmanica Ebony
  • Burmanica Persimmon


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Synonyms

  • Diospyros octandra Hiern [unknown]

Description

Diospyros burmanica (also called Burmese Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ebenaceae. It is native to India, Myanmar, and Thailand. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Diospyros burmanica 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 burmanica has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diospyros burmanica 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 burmanica

Diospyros burmanica is found in India and Myanmar.

Diospyros burmanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diospyros burmanica?

Diospyros burmanica

What is the family of Diospyros burmanica?

Ebenaceae

What is the common name of Diospyros burmanica?

Burmese 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