Diospyros neilgerrensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wight) Kosterm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Ceylon J. Sci., Biol. Sci. 12: 106 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649397
Common Names
- Neilgerrens Ebony
- Neilgerrens Date Plum
- Neilgerrens Persimmon
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- Maba neilgerrensis Wight [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea neilgerrensis (Wight) Bakh. [unknown]
Description
Diospyros neilgerrensis (also called Neilgerrens Ebony, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to India and Sri Lanka. 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 neilgerrensis is used for its timber and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros neilgerrensis are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros neilgerrensis is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought-tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed. Plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they reach a height of about 6 inches.
Where to Find Diospyros neilgerrensis
Diospyros neilgerrensis 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 neilgerrensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros neilgerrensis?
Diospyros neilgerrensis
What is the family of Diospyros neilgerrensis?
Ebenaceae
What is the common name of Diospyros neilgerrensis?
Neilgerrens Ebony
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-2770204: Based on the initial data import
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.