Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ebenum
ID:
649468

Status:
valid

Authors:
Koenig ex Retz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
in Lund Physiogr. Salsk. Handl. i. 176 (1781); cf. Howard & Norlindh in Journ.Arn. Arb. xliii. 100 (1962).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648800



Common Names

  • East Indian Ebony
  • East Indian Diospyros
  • Ebony Wood


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Synonyms

  • Diospyros assimilis Bedd. [unknown]
  • Diospyros glaberrima Rottler [unknown]
  • Diospyros laurifolia A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Diospyros melanoxylon Willd. [illegitimate]
  • Diospyros membranacea A.DC. [unknown]
  • Diospyros timoriana Miq. [unknown]
  • Diospyros reticulata timoriana A.DC. [unknown]

Description

Diospyros ebenum (also called 'Indian Ebony' and 'Indian Persimmon', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to India. It grows in tropical, humid habitats and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Diospyros ebenum 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 ebenum is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diospyros ebenum is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining medium.

Where to Find Diospyros ebenum

Diospyros ebenum is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.

Diospyros ebenum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diospyros ebenum?

Diospyros ebenum

What is the common name of Diospyros ebenum?

Indian ebony

What type of tree is Diospyros ebenum?

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