Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trengganuensis
ID:
650542

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ng

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Malaysian Forester 40: 244 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649874



Common Names

  • Trengganuensis Ebony
  • Mountain Ebony
  • Tropical Ebony


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Description

Diospyros trengganuensis (also called 'Trengganu Ebony', among many other common names) is a small tree native to Southeast Asia. It has a short trunk and a dense, rounded crown, and produces small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Diospyros trengganuensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits, and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diospyros trengganuensis is white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedling is a small, dark green shoot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diospyros trengganuensis is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 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 trengganuensis

Diospyros trengganuensis is native to tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.

Diospyros trengganuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diospyros trengganuensis?

Diospyros trengganuensis

What is the common name of Diospyros trengganuensis?

Trengganu ebony

What is the natural habitat of Diospyros trengganuensis?

Dry deciduous forests

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