Diospyros potamica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kosterm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Blumea 23: 465 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649571
Common Names
- River Ebony
- River Ebony Tree
- River Diospyros
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros potamica (also called River Ebony, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that can reach up to 15 meters in height. It has a single trunk and a dense, spreading crown. Its leaves are dark green and glossy, and its bark is smooth and gray. It is native to India, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry and moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros potamica is used for its wood, which is used for making furniture, musical instruments, and other wood products. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros potamica are white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros potamica 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 potamica
Diospyros potamica is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often near rivers and streams.
Diospyros potamica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros potamica?
Diospyros potamica
What is the common name of Diospyros potamica?
River Persimmon
Where is Diospyros potamica native to?
China
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-2770366: Based on the initial data import
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.