Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vitiensis
ID:
650632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gillespie

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 74: 14 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649964



Common Names

  • Diospyros Vitiensis
  • Viti Ebony
  • Fiji Ebony


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Description

Diospyros vitiensis (also called 'Fiji Persimmon', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ebenaceae family. It is native to the Fiji Islands. The plant has glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diospyros vitiensis is used for its wood, which is used for making furniture, musical instruments, and other wood products. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Diospyros vitiensis var. longisepala (Gillespie) A.C.Sm.
Diospyros vitiensis var. vitiensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Diospyros vitiensis 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 vitiensis is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to the Fiji Islands 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 vitiensis

Diospyros vitiensis is native to the tropical forests of Fiji. It can be found in the island's northern and eastern regions.

Diospyros vitiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diospyros vitiensis?

Diospyros vitiensis

What is the common name of Diospyros vitiensis?

Vitiensis ebony

What is the natural habitat of Diospyros vitiensis?

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