Diospyros velutipes - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Table of Contents
- Summary
- Common names
- Description
- Uses & Benefits
- Flower, Seeds and seedlings
- Where to find
- FAQ
- References
Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Perrier) G.E.Schatz & Lowry
Source:
tro
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 33: 280 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286094
Common Names
- Diospyros velutipes
- Velvet-Footed Diospyros
- Velvet-Footed Persimmon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros velutipes (also called Velvet Persimmon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ebenaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. The leaves are alternate, simple, and leathery. The flowers are small and white. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros velutipes is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros velutipes are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Diospyros velutipes is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Diospyros velutipes FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros velutipes?
Diospyros velutipes is native to Madagascar.
What is the size of Diospyros velutipes?
Diospyros velutipes is a small, shrubby plant that grows to a height of 1-2 feet.
What is the water requirement of Diospyros velutipes?
Diospyros velutipes requires regular watering during the growing season.
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 tro-50334480: Based on the initial data import
Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
George Edward Schatz (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Schatz' in the authors string.
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.