Diospyros longistyla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 2: 161 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649237
Common Names
- Long-styla Ebony
- Long-styla Diospyros
- Long-styla Persimmon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros longistyla (also called Chinese persimmon, 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 longistyla 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 longistyla 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 longistyla 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 longistyla
Diospyros longistyla is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Diospyros longistyla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros longistyla?
Diospyros longistyla
What is the common name of Diospyros longistyla?
Long-styled Ebony
Where is Diospyros longistyla 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-2770054: Based on the initial data import
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.