Diospyros subsessilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kosterm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Blumea 23: 470 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649806
Common Names
- Subsessile Persimmon
- Subsessilis Persimmon
- Subsessilite Persimmon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros subsessilis (also called Subsessilis 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 subsessilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is used for furniture, flooring, and other woodworking projects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros subsessilis 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 subsessilis is a slow-growing evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 15 meters. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Diospyros subsessilis
Diospyros subsessilis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Diospyros subsessilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros subsessilis?
Diospyros subsessilis
What are the common names of Diospyros subsessilis?
Sessile ebony, Sessile persimmon, Sessile date, Sessile plum
What is the native range of Diospyros subsessilis?
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-2770586: Based on the initial data import
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.