Diospyros savannarum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kosterm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Blumea 23: 468 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649717
Common Names
- Savanna Ebony
- Savanna Ebony Tree
- Savanna Diospyros
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros savannarum (also called Savanna Ebony, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with a spreading crown and a single trunk. It is native to Africa and is found in savanna habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros savannarum 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 savannarum 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 savannarum is a slow-growing tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and placed in a rooting medium such as sand or perlite. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Diospyros savannarum
Diospyros savannarum is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Diospyros savannarum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros savannarum?
Diospyros savannarum
What is the common name of Diospyros savannarum?
Savannarum Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros savannarum?
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-2770503: Based on the initial data import
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.