Diospyros occulta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.White
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 58: 399 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649440
Common Names
- Occult Persimmon
- Japanese Persimmon
- Oriental Persimmon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros occulta (also called Black Sapote, Chocolate Pudding Fruit, and Zapote Negro, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ebenaceae family. It is native to Central America and northern South America. It is a small evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 meters in height. It prefers tropical climates and is typically found in lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros occulta 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 occulta are small, white, and fragrant. They are borne in clusters of 2-4. The fruits of Diospyros occulta 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 occulta are small and have a thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros occulta 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 occulta
Diospyros occulta is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Diospyros occulta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros occulta?
Diospyros occulta
What is the common name of Diospyros occulta?
Hidden Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros occulta?
Diospyros occulta is native to tropical Africa and Asia.
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-2770244: Based on the initial data import
Frank White (1927-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.White' in the authors string.