Diospyros pustulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.White
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 14: 197 (1992 publ. 1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649607
Common Names
- Diospyros pustulata
- Pustulata Diospyros
- Pustulata Ebony
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros pustulata (also called Pustulate Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ebenaceae. It is a small tree, growing up to 10 m tall, with a trunk up to 25 cm in diameter. It is native to India, where it is found in primary and secondary forests, and in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros pustulata is used for making furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used for medicinal purposes to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros pustulata 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 pustulata is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seed, cuttings, or air layering. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and rooted in a moist medium. Air layering is done by removing a ring of bark from a branch and wrapping it in a moist medium until roots form.
Where to Find Diospyros pustulata
Diospyros pustulata is native to tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.
Diospyros pustulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros pustulata?
Diospyros pustulata
What is the common name of Diospyros pustulata?
Pustulata ebony
What type of tree is Diospyros pustulata?
Evergreen tree
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-2770401: Based on the initial data import
Frank White (1927-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.White' in the authors string.