Diospyros forrestii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Anthony
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 18: 196 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648960
Common Names
- Forrestii Persimmon
- Forrestii Ebony
- Forrest's Ebony
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Diospyros forrestii (also called Forrest's ebony, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Ebenaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It typically grows in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros forrestii is used for its wood, which is used in furniture and construction. It is also used for its edible fruit, which is used in jams, jellies, and other food products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diospyros forrestii is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong nut. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros forrestii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should be about 10 cm long. The cuttings should be placed in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location.
Where to Find Diospyros forrestii
Diospyros forrestii is native to India and is found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Diospyros forrestii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros forrestii?
Diospyros forrestii
What is the common name of Diospyros forrestii?
Forrest's Persimmon
What type of plant is Diospyros forrestii?
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-2769798: Based on the initial data import
John Anthony (1891-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Anthony' in the authors string.