Diospyros salicifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Willd.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1806
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 4: 1112 (1806)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649679
Common Names
- Diospyros salicifolia
- Salicifolia Diospyros
- Salicifolia Ebony
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- Macreightia albens A.DC. [unknown]
- Maba albens Hiern [unknown]
- Maba salicifolia Hiern [unknown]
- Diospyros albens C.Presl [unknown]
- Ebenus albens (C.Presl) Kuntze [unknown]
- Ebenus salicifolia (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Diospyros salicifolia (also called Salicifolia 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 salicifolia 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 salicifolia 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 salicifolia is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought-tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed. Plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they reach a height of about 6 inches.
Where to Find Diospyros salicifolia
Diospyros salicifolia is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Diospyros salicifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros salicifolia?
Diospyros salicifolia
What is the common name of Diospyros salicifolia?
Willow-leaved Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros salicifolia?
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-2770469: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.