Calamander, kalu mediriya

Diospyros quaesita

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Basic Information

Family: Ebenaceae

Genus: diospyros

Plant ID (slug): diospyros-quaesita

Numeric ID: 21882

USDA Hardiness: 10-12

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Diospyros quaesita is an evergreen Tree growing to 30 m (98ft) by 20 m (65ft) 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. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - southestern Sri Lanka.

Habitats

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Skin The heartwood is used to heal wounds[ 338 ].

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Diospyros quaesita Calamander, kalu mediriya