Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
venosa
ID:
650604

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Prodr. [A. P. de Candolle] 8: 233. 1844 [mid Mar 1844]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649936



Common Names

  • Diospyros venosa
  • Venosa Ebony
  • Venosa Persimmon


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Synonyms

  • Maba venosa King & Gamble [unknown]
  • Maba teijsmannii latifolia (Teijsm. & Binn.) Hochr. [unknown]
  • Diospyros lanceifolia latifolia Teijsm. & Binn. [unknown]

Description

Diospyros venosa (also called 'Purple Persimmon', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ebenaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan. The plant has glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diospyros venosa is used in furniture making, as it is a hardwood. It is also used as a source of firewood and for making charcoal.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Diospyros venosa var. olivacea (King & Gamble) Ng
Diospyros venosa var. venosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Diospyros venosa are white and star-shaped, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diospyros venosa is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia 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 venosa

Diospyros venosa 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 venosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diospyros venosa?

Diospyros venosa

What is the common name of Diospyros venosa?

Venose ebony

What is the natural habitat of Diospyros venosa?

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