Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aculeata
ID:
649126

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 4: 119 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648458

Common Names

  • Aculeata Persimmon
  • Aculeata Diospyros
  • Aculeata Date-Plum

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Synonyms

  • Diospyros aculeata meridionalis H.Perrier [unknown]

Description

Diospyros aculeata (also called Aculeate Persimmon, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with dark green leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to India and is found in dry, open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Diospyros aculeata 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diospyros aculeata is white and tubular, with five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diospyros aculeata 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 aculeata

Diospyros aculeata can be found in South Africa.

Diospyros aculeata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diospyros aculeata?

Diospyros aculeata

What is the common name of Diospyros aculeata?

Spiny Ebony

What is the natural habitat of Diospyros aculeata?

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,