Diospyros lissocarpoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sandwith
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1931: 483 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649218
Common Names
- Lissocarpoides Ebony
- Lissocarpoides Diospyros
- Lissocarpoides Persimmon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros lissocarpoides (also called Smooth-fruited 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 lissocarpoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks and its wood is used for furniture, flooring, and other woodworking applications.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros lissocarpoides 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 lissocarpoides 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 lissocarpoides
Diospyros lissocarpoides is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Diospyros lissocarpoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros lissocarpoides?
Diospyros lissocarpoides
What is the common name of Diospyros lissocarpoides?
Lissocarpoides Ebony
Where is Diospyros lissocarpoides 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-2770035: Based on the initial data import
Noel Yvri Sandwith (1901-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sandwith' in the authors string.