Diospyros melocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.White
Source:
wcs
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 33: 347 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649329
Common Names
- Melocarpa Persimmon
- Melocarpa Ebony
- Melocarpa Diospyros
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros melocarpa (also called Melon-Fruited Persimmon, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It is found in deciduous forests, dry deciduous forests, moist deciduous forests, and semi-evergreen forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros melocarpa is used to make furniture and tools. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diospyros melocarpa is white and fragrant. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros melocarpa is a slow-growing tree that can reach heights of up to 25 meters. It is propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods of propagation require a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Diospyros melocarpa
Diospyros melocarpa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often near rivers and streams.
Diospyros melocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros melocarpa?
Diospyros melocarpa
What is the common name of Diospyros melocarpa?
Mountain ebony
What type of tree is Diospyros melocarpa?
Evergreen tree
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-2770140: Based on the initial data import
Frank White (1927-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.White' in the authors string.