Diospyros oocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thwaites
Source:
wcs
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 180 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649459
Common Names
- Oocarpa Persimmon
- Japanese Persimmon
- Oriental Persimmon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros oocarpa (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 oocarpa is used for its timber, which is used in furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros oocarpa are small, white, and fragrant. They are borne in clusters of 2-4. The fruits of Diospyros oocarpa 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 oocarpa are small and have a thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros oocarpa 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 oocarpa
Diospyros oocarpa is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Diospyros oocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros oocarpa?
Diospyros oocarpa
What is the common name of Diospyros oocarpa?
Oocarp Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros oocarpa?
Diospyros oocarpa 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-2770262: Based on the initial data import
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.