Diospyros xishuangbannaensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Y.Wu & H.Chu
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Novon 5: 296 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649989
Common Names
- Diospyros Xishuangbannaensis
- Xishuangbanna Ebony
- Xishuangbannaensis Ebony
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Diospyros xishuangbannaensis (also called 'Xishuangbanna 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 xishuangbannaensis is used for making furniture, musical instruments, and in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros xishuangbannaensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros xishuangbannaensis is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is best propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted into individual containers and grown in a sunny location.
Where to Find Diospyros xishuangbannaensis
Diospyros xishuangbannaensis is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in countries such as Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam.
Diospyros xishuangbannaensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros xishuangbannaensis?
Diospyros xishuangbannaensis
What is the common name of Diospyros xishuangbannaensis?
Xishuangbanna Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros xishuangbannaensis?
Dry deciduous forests in China
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-2770751: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.