Status:
valid
Authors:
Alston
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Handb. Fl. Ceylon 6(Suppl.): 180 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648476
Common Names
- White Ebony
- White Persimmon
- White Sapote
Synonyms
- Diospyros embryopteris nervosa Thwaites [unknown]
Description
Diospyros albiflora (also called White-Flowered 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 albiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diospyros albiflora is white and tubular, with five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diospyros albiflora 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 albiflora
Diospyros albiflora can be found in South Africa.
Diospyros albiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros albiflora?
Diospyros albiflora
What is the common name of Diospyros albiflora?
White-flowered Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros albiflora?
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,