Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wajirensis
ID:
650636

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.White

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 58: 359 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649968



Common Names

  • Diospyros Wajirensis
  • Wajir Ebony
  • Wajirensis Ebony


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Description

Diospyros wajirensis (also called 'Wajir 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 wajirensis 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Diospyros wajirensis 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 wajirensis is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 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 wajirensis

Diospyros wajirensis is native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be found in countries such as Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Diospyros wajirensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diospyros wajirensis?

Diospyros wajirensis

What is the common name of Diospyros wajirensis?

Wajir ebony

What is the natural habitat of Diospyros wajirensis?

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-2770732: Based on the initial data import
Frank White (1927-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.White' in the authors string.