Diospyros guianensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gürke
Source:
wcs
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(1): 163 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649033
Common Names
- Guianensis Ebony
- Guianensis Diospyros
- Guianensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Paralea guianensis Aubl. [unknown]
- Diospyros paralea Steud. [unknown]
Description
Diospyros guianensis (also called Guiana Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ebenaceae. It is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree growing up to 15 m tall, native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It typically grows in rainforest and monsoon forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros guianensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Diospyros guianensis sub. akaraiensis (A.C.Sm.) F.WhiteDiospyros guianensis sub. guianensis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diospyros guianensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros guianensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy growth and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil.
Where to Find Diospyros guianensis
Diospyros guianensis is native to India and can be found in dry, deciduous forests.
Diospyros guianensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros guianensis?
Diospyros guianensis
What is the common name of Diospyros guianensis?
Guianese Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros guianensis?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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-2769864: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis August Maximilian Gürke (1854-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gürke' in the authors string.