Diospyros myrmecocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart. ex Miq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 7: 7 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649386
Common Names
- Myrmecocarpa Ebony
- Myrmecocarpa Diospyros
- Myrmecocarpa Persimmon
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- Macreightia myristicoides Spruce [unknown]
- Maba myristicoides Hiern [unknown]
- Maba myrmecocarpa Hiern [unknown]
- Diospyros myristicoides (Hiern) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
- Diospyros opacifolia J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
- Ebenus myrmecocarpa (Mart. ex Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Diospyros myrmecocarpa (also called Ant Plum, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to India. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk, with dark green, glossy leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros myrmecocarpa is used for its timber and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diospyros myrmecocarpa is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped drupe. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a white stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros myrmecocarpa is an evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 10m. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Diospyros myrmecocarpa
Diospyros myrmecocarpa is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. It is found in tropical rainforests, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Diospyros myrmecocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros myrmecocarpa?
Diospyros myrmecocarpa
What is the common name of Diospyros myrmecocarpa?
Ant-fruited ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros myrmecocarpa?
It is found in tropical deciduous forests in 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-2770194: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.