Diospyros srilankana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
I.M.Turner
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 51: 306 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340992
Common Names
- Diospyros srilankana
- Srilankana Diospyros
- Srilankana Persimmon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros srilankana (also called Chinese Persimmon, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to China, Taiwan, and Japan. It grows up to 10m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 30cm. It is found in subtropical and tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros srilankana is used for fuelwood, fodder, timber, and erosion control. Its bark is used for tanning and dyeing, and its gum is used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diospyros srilankana has small white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The flowers are followed by small, black, berry-like fruits. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros srilankana is a small tree that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Diospyros srilankana
Diospyros srilankana is native to Sri Lanka.
Diospyros srilankana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros srilankana?
Diospyros srilankana
What is the common name of Diospyros srilankana?
Sri Lankan Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros srilankana?
Dry and moist evergreen forests
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
Ian Mark Turner (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Turner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77143671-1: Based on the initial data import