Diospyros impressa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dunn & R.Williams
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1920: 342 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649100
Common Names
- Mountain Ebony
- Sri Lankan Ebony
- Impressed Ebony
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros impressa (also called Indian ebony, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to India, and its habitat is in moist deciduous forests. It has a dense, dark green foliage and its bark is grey-brown and smooth.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros impressa 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 impressa 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 impressa 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 impressa
Diospyros impressa is native to India and can be found in the wild in the western regions of the country.
Diospyros impressa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros impressa?
Diospyros impressa
What is the family of Diospyros impressa?
Ebenaceae
Where is Diospyros impressa 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2769926: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Troyte Dunn (1868-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunn' in the authors string.
Robert Williams: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Williams' in the authors string.