Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Species:
diospyroidea
ID:
1228811

Status:
valid

Authors:
Capuron

Source:
tro

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 2: 128 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228149

Common Names

  • Phanerodiscus diospyroidea
  • Diospyroidea Phanerodiscus
  • Phanerodiscus

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Description

Phanerodiscus diospyroidea (also called 'Diospyroidea Phanerodiscus', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with linear-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to China and is found in forests, shrublands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Phanerodiscus diospyroidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phanerodiscus diospyroidea has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in a spike. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. Its seedlings have long, thin leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phanerodiscus diospyroidea is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Phanerodiscus diospyroidea

Phanerodiscus diospyroidea is native to the Yunnan province of China. It is found in the forests and hills of the region.

Phanerodiscus diospyroidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phanerodiscus diospyroidea?

Phanerodiscus diospyroidea

What is the natural habitat of Phanerodiscus diospyroidea?

It is native to the western Himalayas, from India to Nepal.

What are the common names of Phanerodiscus diospyroidea?

It is commonly known as the Himalayan persimmon or Himalayan apple.

Species in the Olacaceae family

Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,

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