Diospyros domarkind - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Walln.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 101: 566 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648787
Common Names
- Domarkind Persimmon
- Domarkind Diospyros
- Domarkind Date-Plum
Searching for Diospyros domarkind? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros domarkind (also called 'Domarkind Ebony', 'Domarkind Persimmon', 'Domarkind Tree', 'Domarkind Wood', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ebenaceae family. It is native to Africa. It is a small tree that grows in moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros domarkind is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make furniture and for firewood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros domarkind 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.
Searching for Diospyros domarkind? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros domarkind can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect sunlight and regular watering.
Where to Find Diospyros domarkind
Diospyros domarkind is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.
Diospyros domarkind FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros domarkind?
Diospyros domarkind
What is the common name of Diospyros domarkind?
Domarkind ebony
What type of tree is Diospyros domarkind?
Evergreen tree
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-2769633: Based on the initial data import
Bruno Wallnöfer (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Walln.' in the authors string.