Diospyros veillonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.White
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 14: 198 (1992 publ. 1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649928
Common Names
- Diospyros veillonii
- Veillonii Ebony
- Veillonii Persimmon
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Diospyros veillonii (also called Veillon's Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ebenaceae family. It is a small tree which grows up to 5-7 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central Africa, and is found in Cameroon, Gabon, Congo, and Zaire. It prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros veillonii is used in furniture making, as it is a hardwood. It is also used as a source of firewood and for making charcoal.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diospyros veillonii has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The fruits are small, round, and black when ripe. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros veillonii is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 25 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a warm, moist environment.
Where to Find Diospyros veillonii
Diospyros veillonii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, China, and Southeast Asia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open woodlands and savannas.
Diospyros veillonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros veillonii?
Diospyros veillonii
What is the common name of Diospyros veillonii?
Veillon's ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros veillonii?
Tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
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-2770697: Based on the initial data import
Frank White (1927-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.White' in the authors string.