Diospyros subfalciformis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Perrier
Source:
wcs
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 4: 142 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649801
Common Names
- Subfalcate Persimmon
- Subfalciform Persimmon
- Subfalciforme Persimmon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros subfalciformis (also called Subfalciformis Ebony, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 10 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 20 cm. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros subfalciformis is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber, which is used to make furniture and other wood products. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating digestive disorders and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros subfalciformis are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros subfalciformis 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 subfalciformis
Diospyros subfalciformis is native to tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.
Diospyros subfalciformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros subfalciformis?
Diospyros subfalciformis
What are the common names of Diospyros subfalciformis?
Hook-leaved ebony, Hook-leaved persimmon, Hook-leaved date, Hook-leaved plum
What is the native range of Diospyros subfalciformis?
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-2770581: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.