Diospyros krukovii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 60: 390 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649177
Common Names
- Krukovii Ebony
- Krukovii Diospyros
- Krukovii's Ebony
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros krukovii (also called Krukov's Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ebenaceae family. It is a small tree with a dense crown and dark grey bark. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is also found in mangroves and coastal forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros krukovii is used for making furniture, boxes, and musical instruments. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diospyros krukovii is white, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a drupe, containing a single seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros krukovii is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It is native to the tropical forests of South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed. The seeds should be planted in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual containers when they reach a height of about 6 inches.
Where to Find Diospyros krukovii
Diospyros krukovii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical rainforests and woodlands.
Diospyros krukovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros krukovii?
Diospyros krukovii
What is the common name of Diospyros krukovii?
Krukov ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros krukovii?
Dry deciduous forests in India and Sri Lanka
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-2769996: Based on the initial data import
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.