Diospyros longibracteata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lecomte
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 4: 99 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649226
Common Names
- Long-bracted Ebony
- Long-bracted Date Plum
- Long-bracted Persimmon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros longibracteata (also called Chinese ebony, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that grows up to 20 m tall. It has a grey-brown bark and its leaves are oblong-lanceolate. It is native to East Asia and is found in moist forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros longibracteata 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 longibracteata 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 longibracteata 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 longibracteata
Diospyros longibracteata is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.
Diospyros longibracteata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros longibracteata?
Diospyros longibracteata
What is the common name of Diospyros longibracteata?
Long-bracted Ebony
Where is Diospyros longibracteata 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-2770043: Based on the initial data import
Paul Henri Lecomte (1856-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lecomte' in the authors string.