Indonesian Ebony, black ebony, makassar-ebenholts

Diospyros celebica

Physical Characteristics

Diospyros celebica is an evergreen Tree growing to 30 m (98ft) by 30 m (98ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Southeast Asia - eastern Indonesia.

Habitats

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit[ 325 ].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known