Diospyros cacharensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Das & P.C.Kanjilal) H.B.Naithani
Source:
wcs
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Indian Forester 106: 583 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648613
Common Names
- Cacharensis Diospyros
- Cacharensis Ebony
- Cacharensis Persimmon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Maba cacharensis Das & P.C.Kanjilal [unknown]
Description
Diospyros cacharensis (also called Cachar Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ebenaceae. It is native to India and Bangladesh. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros cacharensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diospyros cacharensis 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 cacharensis 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 cacharensis
Diospyros cacharensis is found in India and Sri Lanka.
Diospyros cacharensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros cacharensis?
Diospyros cacharensis
What is the family of Diospyros cacharensis?
Ebenaceae
What is the common name of Diospyros cacharensis?
Cachar 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-2769473: Based on the initial data import
H.B. Naithani (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.B.Naithani' in the authors string.
Praphulla Chandra Kanjilal (1886-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Kanjilal' in the authors string.
Atulananda Das (1879-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Das' in the authors string.