Diospyros tepu - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Walln.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 102B: 432 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649836
Common Names
- Tepu Persimmon
- Tepu's Persimmon
- Tepu Persimmon
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- Diospyros guianensis coriacea F.White [unknown]
Description
Diospyros tepu (also called Tepu Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ebenaceae. It is a small tree, growing up to 10 m tall, with a trunk up to 25 cm in diameter. It is native to India, where it is found in primary and secondary forests, and in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros tepu 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 tepu is small and white. The seed is a small, black, glossy drupe. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros tepu is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Diospyros tepu
Diospyros tepu can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Diospyros tepu FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros tepu?
Diospyros tepu
What is the common name of Diospyros tepu?
Tepu ebony
Where is Diospyros tepu native to?
Venezuela
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-2770612: Based on the initial data import
Bruno Wallnöfer (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Walln.' in the authors string.