Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oldhamii
ID:
650115

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 31: 67 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649447



Common Names

  • Oldhamii Persimmon
  • Japanese Persimmon
  • Oriental Persimmon


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Synonyms

  • Diospyros hayatae Odash. [illegitimate]
  • Diospyros hayatae ellipsoidea Odash. [unknown]
  • Diospyros odasimae Hatus. [unknown]
  • Diospyros oldhamii chartacea Hayata [unknown]
  • Diospyros oldhamii ellipsoidea (Odash.) H.L.Li [unknown]
  • Diospyros taitoensis Odash. [unknown]
  • Diospyros oldhamii oldhamii [unknown]

Description

Diospyros oldhamii (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 oldhamii 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 oldhamii are small, white, and fragrant. They are borne in clusters of 2-4. The fruits of Diospyros oldhamii 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 oldhamii are small and have a thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diospyros oldhamii 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 oldhamii

Diospyros oldhamii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Diospyros oldhamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diospyros oldhamii?

Diospyros oldhamii

What is the common name of Diospyros oldhamii?

Oldham's Ebony

What is the natural habitat of Diospyros oldhamii?

Diospyros oldhamii 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