Diospyros kajangensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bakh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 15: 109 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649135
Common Names
- Mountain Ebony
- Sri Lankan Ebony
- Kajang Ebony
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros kajangensis (also called Kajang ebony, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 20 m tall. It is native to Malaysia, 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 kajangensis 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 kajangensis are small and white, 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros kajangensis 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 kajangensis
Diospyros kajangensis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical rainforests and woodlands.
Diospyros kajangensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros kajangensis?
Diospyros kajangensis
What is the common name of Diospyros kajangensis?
Kajang Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros kajangensis?
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-2769958: Based on the initial data import
Reinier Cornelis Bakhuizen van den Brink (1881-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bakh.' in the authors string.