Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxatilis
ID:
650386

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.K.Lee

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Guihaia 18: 1 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649718



Common Names

  • Rock Ebony
  • Rock Ebony Tree
  • Rock Diospyros


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Description

Diospyros saxatilis (also called Rock Ebony, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to Africa and is found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Diospyros saxatilis 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 saxatilis are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and pale green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diospyros saxatilis 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 saxatilis

Diospyros saxatilis is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Diospyros saxatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diospyros saxatilis?

Diospyros saxatilis

What is the common name of Diospyros saxatilis?

Saxatilis Ebony

What is the natural habitat of Diospyros saxatilis?

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-2770504: Based on the initial data import
Shu Kang Lee (b.1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.K.Lee' in the authors string.