Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kabuyeana
ID:
649801

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.White

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 58: 401 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649133



Common Names

  • Mountain Ebony
  • Sri Lankan Ebony
  • Kabuye Ebony


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Description

Diospyros kabuyeana (also called Kabuye ebony, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 20 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, and its habitat is in lowland and montane rainforests. It has a dense, dark green foliage and its bark is grey-brown and smooth.

Uses & Benefits

Diospyros kabuyeana 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 kabuyeana are white and fragrant, and the seeds are round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diospyros kabuyeana 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 kabuyeana

Diospyros kabuyeana is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical rainforests and woodlands.

Diospyros kabuyeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diospyros kabuyeana?

Diospyros kabuyeana

What is the common name of Diospyros kabuyeana?

Kabuye Ebony

What is the natural habitat of Diospyros kabuyeana?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland 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-2769956: Based on the initial data import
Frank White (1927-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.White' in the authors string.