Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
geayana
ID:
1286765

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Perrier) G.E.Schatz & Lowry

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 33: 275 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286103



Common Names

  • Diospyros geayana
  • Geay's Diospyros
  • Geay's Persimmon


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Description

Diospyros geayana (also called Diospyros geayana, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Central and South America. It has large, glossy green leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry forests and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Diospyros geayana is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Diospyros geayana are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Where to Find Diospyros geayana

Diospyros geayana is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Diospyros geayana FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Diospyros geayana?

Diospyros geayana is native to Madagascar.

What is the size of Diospyros geayana?

Diospyros geayana is a small, shrubby plant that grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

What is the water requirement of Diospyros geayana?

Diospyros geayana requires regular watering during the growing season.

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

Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
George Edward Schatz (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Schatz' in the authors string.
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.