Diospyros ellipsoidea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
King & Gamble
Source:
wcs
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 74: 220 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648813
Common Names
- Ellipsoidea Ebony
- Ellipsoidea Diospyros
- Ellipsoidea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros ellipsoidea (also called Elliptic Persimmon, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It is found in deciduous forests, dry deciduous forests, moist deciduous forests, and semi-evergreen forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros ellipsoidea is used for making furniture, as a source of timber, and for making charcoal.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diospyros ellipsoidea 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros ellipsoidea 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 ellipsoidea
Diospyros ellipsoidea is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Diospyros ellipsoidea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros ellipsoidea?
Diospyros ellipsoidea
What is the common name of Diospyros ellipsoidea?
Ellipsoidal Persimmon
What type of plant is Diospyros ellipsoidea?
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-2769658: Based on the initial data import
James Sykes Gamble (1847-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gamble' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.