Diospyros rumphii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bakh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 7: 184 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649671
Common Names
- Diospyros rumphii
- Rumphii Diospyros
- Rumphii Ebony
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- Diospyros macassar A.Chev. [unknown]
- Diospyros utilis Koord. & Valeton ex Koord. [illegitimate]
Description
Diospyros rumphii (also called Rumphii Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ebenaceae. It is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Malaysia, and is found in lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros rumphii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used to make furniture, cabinets, and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros rumphii are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and pale green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros rumphii 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 rumphii
Diospyros rumphii is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Diospyros rumphii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros rumphii?
Diospyros rumphii
What is the common name of Diospyros rumphii?
Rumphii Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros rumphii?
It is found in tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
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-2770461: Based on the initial data import
Reinier Cornelis Bakhuizen van den Brink (1881-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bakh.' in the authors string.