Diospyros phuketensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phengklai
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 33: 157 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649535
Common Names
- Black Sapote
- Chocolate Pudding Fruit
- Coco Plum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros phuketensis (also called Phuket Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ebenaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. 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 phuketensis is used for its timber, which is used in furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diospyros phuketensis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros phuketensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Diospyros phuketensis
Diospyros phuketensis is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines.
Diospyros phuketensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros phuketensis?
Diospyros phuketensis
What type of plant is Diospyros phuketensis?
Diospyros phuketensis is a tree species.
Where is Diospyros phuketensis found?
Diospyros phuketensis is found in Thailand.
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-2770332: Based on the initial data import
Chamlong Phengklai (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phengklai' in the authors string.