Diospyros lanceolata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Poir.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1804
Citation Micro:
Encycl. 5: 434 (1804)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649191
Common Names
- Lance-leaved Ebony
- Lance-leaved Date Plum
- Lance-leaved Persimmon
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- Maba humbertii H.Perrier [unknown]
- Maba lanceolata Hiern [unknown]
- Ebenus lanceolata (Poir.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Embryopteris lanceolata G.Don [unknown]
- Diospyros humbertii (H.Perrier) G.E.Schatz & Lowry [unknown]
Description
Diospyros lanceolata (also called Lanceolate 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 lanceolata is a species of tree native to India. It is used for its timber, which is used for furniture, flooring, and other woodworking applications. It is also used as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros lanceolata are small, white, and star-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros lanceolata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location until they are established.
Where to Find Diospyros lanceolata
Diospyros lanceolata is native to India and can be found in dry, deciduous forests.
Diospyros lanceolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros lanceolata?
Diospyros lanceolata
What is the common name of Diospyros lanceolata?
Lanceolata ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros lanceolata?
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-2770007: Based on the initial data import
Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.