Diospyros obliquifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hiern ex Gürke) F.White
Source:
wcs
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 33: 364 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649429
Common Names
- Persimmon
- Japanese Persimmon
- Oriental Persimmon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Rhaphidanthe obliquifolia Hiern [unknown]
- Rhaphidanthe soyauxii Stapf [unknown]
- Diospyros stapfiana F.White [unknown]
Description
Diospyros obliquifolia (also called Oblique-Leaved Ebony, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that can reach up to 15 meters in height. It has a single trunk and a dense, spreading crown. Its leaves are dark green and glossy, and its bark is smooth and gray. It is native to India, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry and moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros obliquifolia 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 flowers of Diospyros obliquifolia are small, white, and fragrant. They are borne in clusters of 2-4. The fruits of Diospyros obliquifolia are black, round, and about 1 inch in diameter. The seeds are brown, flat, and about 1/4 inch in diameter. The seedlings of Diospyros obliquifolia are small and have a thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros obliquifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sheltered spot in well-drained soil. Water regularly to ensure the soil stays moist.
Where to Find Diospyros obliquifolia
Diospyros obliquifolia is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Diospyros obliquifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros obliquifolia?
Diospyros obliquifolia
What is the family of Diospyros obliquifolia?
Ebenaceae
What is the common name of Diospyros obliquifolia?
Oblique-leaf 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-2770234: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Frank White (1927-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.White' in the authors string.
Robert Louis August Maximilian Gürke (1854-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gürke' in the authors string.