Status:
valid
Authors:
Bakh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 7: 164 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648464
Common Names
- Adiensis Persimmon
- Adiensis Diospyros
- Adiensis Date-Plum
Description
Diospyros adenophora (also called Adenophora 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 adenophora 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 adenophora is white and tubular, with five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diospyros adenophora can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist until established.
Where to Find Diospyros adenophora
Diospyros adenophora can be found in South Africa.
Diospyros adenophora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros adenophora?
Diospyros adenophora
What is the common name of Diospyros adenophora?
Adenophora Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros adenophora?
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,