Diospyros tarim - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Walln.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 102B: 429 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649829
Common Names
- Tarim Persimmon
- Tarim's Persimmon
- Tarim Persimmon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros tarim (also called Tarim 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 Southeast Asia and is found in dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros tarim 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 flower of Diospyros tarim is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong nut. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros tarim 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 tarim
Diospyros tarim can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Diospyros tarim FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros tarim?
Diospyros tarim
What is the common name of Diospyros tarim?
Tarim ebony
Where is Diospyros tarim native to?
China
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-2770606: Based on the initial data import
Bruno Wallnöfer (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Walln.' in the authors string.