Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Perrier
Source:
wcs
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 4: 140 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649098
Common Names
- Mountain Ebony
- Sri Lankan Ebony
- Wavy Ebony
Description
Diospyros implexicalyx (also called Implexicalyx Persimmon, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It is found in deciduous forests, dry deciduous forests, moist deciduous forests, and semi-evergreen forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros implexicalyx 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 implexicalyx are white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diospyros implexicalyx is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 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 implexicalyx
Diospyros implexicalyx is native to India and can be found in the wild in the western regions of the country.
Diospyros implexicalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros implexicalyx?
Diospyros implexicalyx
What is the family of Diospyros implexicalyx?
Ebenaceae
Where is Diospyros implexicalyx native to?
India
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,