Diospyros dumetorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.W.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 9: 104 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648792
Common Names
- African Ebony
- Wild Ebony
- Scrub Ebony
Searching for Diospyros dumetorum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Diospyros esquirolii H.Lév. [unknown]
- Diospyros mairei H.Lév. [unknown]
- Diospyros mollifolia Rehder & E.H.Wilson [unknown]
- Diospyros striata H.R.Fletcher [unknown]
Description
Diospyros dumetorum (also called 'Bush Ebony' and 'Bush Persimmon', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to the Caribbean. It grows in tropical, humid habitats and has small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros dumetorum 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 flower of Diospyros dumetorum is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.
Searching for Diospyros dumetorum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros dumetorum 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 dumetorum
Diospyros dumetorum is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.
Diospyros dumetorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros dumetorum?
Diospyros dumetorum
What is the common name of Diospyros dumetorum?
Dumetorum ebony
What type of tree is Diospyros dumetorum?
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-2769638: Based on the initial data import
William Wright Smith (1875-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Sm.' in the authors string.