Diospyros quiloensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hiern) F.White
Source:
wcs
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 26: 244 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649615
Common Names
- Diospyros quiloensis
- Quiloensis Diospyros
- Quiloensis Ebony
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros quiloensis (also called Quiloensis 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 quiloensis 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 quiloensis 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 quiloensis is propagated 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 and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Diospyros quiloensis
Diospyros quiloensis is native to tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.
Diospyros quiloensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros quiloensis?
Diospyros quiloensis
What is the common name of Diospyros quiloensis?
Quiloa Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros quiloensis?
Tropical forests in India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos
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-2770410: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Frank White (1927-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.White' in the authors string.