Diospyros inconstans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jacq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1760
Citation Micro:
Enum. Syst. Pl. : 34 (1760)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649105
Common Names
- Mountain Ebony
- Sri Lankan Ebony
- Inconstant Ebony
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- Macreightia inconstans A.DC. [unknown]
- Maba inconstans Griseb. [unknown]
- Diospyros anzoateguiensis Steyerm. [unknown]
- Diospyros berteroi A.DC. [unknown]
- Diospyros obtusifolia Bert. ex A.DC. [unknown]
- Ebenus inconstans (Jacq.) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Diospyros inconstans (also called West Indian ebony, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, 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 inconstans is used for making furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Diospyros inconstans sub. darienk B.Walln.Diospyros inconstans sub. delgadoi (Standl.) B.Walln.
Diospyros inconstans sub. obovata (Mart. ex Miq.) B.Walln.
Diospyros inconstans sub. psidioides (Kunth) B.Walln.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros inconstans 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 inconstans 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 inconstans
Diospyros inconstans is native to India and can be found in the wild in the western regions of the country.
Diospyros inconstans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros inconstans?
Diospyros inconstans
What is the family of Diospyros inconstans?
Ebenaceae
Where is Diospyros inconstans 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-2769930: Based on the initial data import
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.