Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fragrans
ID:
649633

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gürke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 46: 154 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648965



Common Names

  • Fragrans Persimmon
  • Fragrans Ebony
  • Fragrant Ebony


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Description

Diospyros fragrans (also called fragrant 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 fragrans 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 flowers of Diospyros fragrans are large, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diospyros fragrans is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought-tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed. Plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they reach a height of about 6 inches.

Where to Find Diospyros fragrans

Diospyros fragrans is native to India and is found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Diospyros fragrans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diospyros fragrans?

Diospyros fragrans

What is the common name of Diospyros fragrans?

Fragrant Persimmon

What type of plant is Diospyros fragrans?

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,