Diospyros nigra - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.F.Gmel.) Perr. & Perr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Linn. Paris 3: 113 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649408
Common Names
- Black Ebony
- Black Date Plum
- Black Persimmon
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- Sapota nigra J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
- Diospyros digyna Jacq. [unknown]
- Diospyros edulis Lodd. ex Sweet [unknown]
- Diospyros obtusifolia Willd. [unknown]
- Diospyros obtusifolia Kunth [illegitimate]
- Diospyros pauciflora C.B.Rob. [illegitimate]
- Diospyros sapota Roxb. [unknown]
- Diospyros sapotanigera DC. [unknown]
- Diospyros tliltzapotl Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
- Diospyros nigra Blanco [unknown]
Description
Diospyros nigra (also called Common Ebony, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk, with dark green, glossy leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros nigra is used to make furniture and tools. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros nigra are small, greenish-white, and fragrant. They are borne in clusters of 2-6. The fruits of Diospyros nigra are black, round, and about 1 inch in diameter. The seeds are brown, flat, and about 1/4 inch in diameter. The seedlings of Diospyros nigra are small and have a thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Diospyros nigra can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sheltered spot in well-drained soil. Water regularly to ensure the soil stays moist.
Where to Find Diospyros nigra
Diospyros nigra is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. It is found in tropical rainforests, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Diospyros nigra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros nigra?
Diospyros nigra
What is the family of Diospyros nigra?
Ebenaceae
What is the common name of Diospyros nigra?
Common Ebony
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-2770214: Based on the initial data import
Johann Friedrich Gmelin (1748-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Gmel.' in the authors string.
George Samuel Perrottet (1790-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perr.' in the authors string.