Diospyros papuana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Valeton & Bakh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 7: 180 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649487
Common Names
- Papuana Persimmon
- Japanese Persimmon
- Oriental Persimmon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros papuana (also called Black Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ebenaceae family. It is native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 20 meters tall and has a dark gray bark. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry deciduous forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros papuana is used as a timber tree and for its edible fruit.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diospyros papuana is small, white and fragrant. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros papuana is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Diospyros papuana
Diospyros papuana is native to Papua New Guinea. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often near rivers and streams.
Diospyros papuana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros papuana?
Diospyros papuana
What is the family of Diospyros papuana?
Ebenaceae
What is the common name of Diospyros papuana?
Papuan 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-2770288: Based on the initial data import
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.
Reinier Cornelis Bakhuizen van den Brink (1881-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bakh.' in the authors string.