Diospyros sumatrana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Pl. Jungh. : 203 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649814
Common Names
- Sumatran Persimmon
- Sumatranese Persimmon
- Sumatrana Persimmon
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- Diospyros beccarii Hiern [unknown]
- Diospyros clavigera C.B.Clarke [unknown]
- Diospyros decipiens C.B.Clarke [unknown]
- Diospyros dumosa King & Gamble [unknown]
- Diospyros flavicans Hiern [unknown]
- Diospyros glomerulata King & Gamble [unknown]
- Diospyros graciliflora Hiern [unknown]
- Diospyros hendersonii Ridl. [unknown]
- Diospyros koordersii Hiern ex Koord. [unknown]
- Diospyros monticola Kosterm. [unknown]
- Diospyros tubicalyx Ridl. [unknown]
- Ebenus beccarii (Hiern) Kuntze [unknown]
- Ebenus sumatrana (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Diospyros sumatrana (also called Sumatran 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 sumatrana 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 sumatrana are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Diospyros sumatrana 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 sumatrana
Diospyros sumatrana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Diospyros sumatrana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros sumatrana?
Diospyros sumatrana
What are the common names of Diospyros sumatrana?
Sumatran ebony, Sumatran persimmon, Sumatran date, Sumatran plum
What is the native range of Diospyros sumatrana?
Indonesia
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-2770593: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.