Diospyros cathayensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steward
Source:
wcs
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 35: 86 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648655
Common Names
- Cathayensis Ebony
- Cathayensis Persimmon
- Cathayensis Sapote
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- Diospyros armata sinensis (Hemsl.) Z.Ying Zhang [unknown]
- Diospyros cathayensis foochowensis (F.P.Metcalf & H.Y.Chen) S.K.Lee [unknown]
- Diospyros foochowensis F.P.Metcalf & H.Y.Chen [unknown]
- Diospyros sinensis Hemsl. [unknown]
- Diospyros cathayensis cathayensis [unknown]
Description
Diospyros cathayensis (also called Chinese 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 Southeast Asia 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 cathayensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruit.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros cathayensis are white and star-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros cathayensis 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 cathayensis
Diospyros cathayensis is native to China, Japan, and Korea.
Diospyros cathayensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros cathayensis?
Diospyros cathayensis
What is the common name of Diospyros cathayensis?
Cathay Ebony
Where is Diospyros cathayensis native to?
China
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-2769511: Based on the initial data import
Albert Newton Steward (1897-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steward' in the authors string.