Diospyros abyssinica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hiern) F.White
Source:
wcs
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 26: 241 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648453
Common Names
- Abyssinian Persimmon
- Abyssinian Diospyros
- Abyssinian Date-Plum
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- Maba ubanghensis A.Chev. [unknown]
- Maba abyssinica Hiern [unknown]
- Diospyros ubanghensis A.Chev. [unknown]
- Ebenus abyssinica (Hiern) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Diospyros abyssinica (also called Abyssinian Persimmon, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with dark green leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to Ethiopia and is found in dry, open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros abyssinica is a small tree with fragrant white flowers. It is used as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks, as well as a hedge plant and for topiary.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Diospyros abyssinica sub. abyssinicaDiospyros abyssinica sub. chapmaniorum F.White
Diospyros abyssinica sub. attenuata F.White
Diospyros abyssinica sub. reticulata F.White
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diospyros abyssinica is a small, star-shaped flower that is white or pink in color. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros abyssinica is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Diospyros abyssinica
Diospyros abyssinica can be found in Ethiopia.
Diospyros abyssinica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros abyssinica?
Diospyros abyssinica
What is the common name of Diospyros abyssinica?
Abyssinian Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros abyssinica?
Tropical 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-2769320: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Frank White (1927-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.White' in the authors string.