Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anisocalyx
ID:
649167

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Y.Wu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Rep. Yunnan Trop. Subtrop. Fl. Res. Inst. 1: 9 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648499

Common Names

  • Anisocalyx Diospyros
  • Anisocalyx Ebony
  • Anisocalyx Persimmon

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Description

Diospyros anisocalyx (also called Anisocalyx Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ebenaceae. It is native to South-East Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a small tree, reaching up to 10 meters in height, with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. Its bark is smooth and grey, and its leaves are oblong and dark green.

Uses & Benefits

Diospyros anisocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Diospyros anisocalyx are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diospyros anisocalyx can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sheltered area and should be protected from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Diospyros anisocalyx

Diospyros anisocalyx can be found in India and Bangladesh.

Diospyros anisocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diospyros anisocalyx?

Diospyros anisocalyx

What is the common name of Diospyros anisocalyx?

Anise Ebony

What is the natural habitat of Diospyros anisocalyx?

It is found in tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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-2769368: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.