Diospyros zhenfengensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.K.Lee
Source:
wcs
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Guihaia 3: 286 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650003
Common Names
- Diospyros Zhenfengensis
- Zhenfeng Ebony
- Zhenfengensis Ebony
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros zhenfengensis (also called Zhenfeng Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ebenaceae family. It is a small tree which grows up to 5-7 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, and is found in China, Laos, and Vietnam. It prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros zhenfengensis is used for making furniture, musical instruments, and in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros zhenfengensis are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros zhenfengensis is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium.
Where to Find Diospyros zhenfengensis
Diospyros zhenfengensis is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in countries such as Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam.
Diospyros zhenfengensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros zhenfengensis?
Diospyros zhenfengensis
What is the common name of Diospyros zhenfengensis?
Zhenfeng Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros zhenfengensis?
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-2770765: Based on the initial data import
Shu Kang Lee (b.1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.K.Lee' in the authors string.