Diospyros trianthos - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phengklai
Source:
wcs
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 23: 267 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649876
Common Names
- Trianthos Ebony
- Mountain Ebony
- Tropical Ebony
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros trianthos (also called 'Three-flowered 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 trianthos is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits, and for its timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diospyros trianthos is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedling is a small, dark green shoot.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros trianthos is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 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 trianthos
Diospyros trianthos is native to tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.
Diospyros trianthos FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros trianthos?
Diospyros trianthos
What is the common name of Diospyros trianthos?
Three-flowered ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros trianthos?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2770649: Based on the initial data import
Chamlong Phengklai (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phengklai' in the authors string.