Diospyros humbertiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Perrier
Source:
wcs
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 4: 122 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649090
Common Names
- Humbert's Ebony
- Mountain Ebony
- Sri Lankan Ebony
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros humbertiana (also called Humbertiana Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ebenaceae. It is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central America, the Caribbean, and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros humbertiana is used for making furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros humbertiana are white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros humbertiana is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix in a warm, sunny location. The seed should be kept moist and should germinate within 4-6 weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted into individual containers and grown in a sheltered, sunny location.
Where to Find Diospyros humbertiana
Diospyros humbertiana is native to Madagascar and can be found in the wild in the tropical forests of the island.
Diospyros humbertiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros humbertiana?
Diospyros humbertiana
What is the family of Diospyros humbertiana?
Ebenaceae
Where is Diospyros humbertiana native to?
Madagascar
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-2769916: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.