Ceylon Ebony Plant (Diospyros ebenum)

Type : Live Plant
Size  : 15Cm - 20Cm


The Ceylon Ebony is a slow-growing, evergreen tree renowned for its dense, dark crown and striking, black heartwood. Reaching up to 30 meters in height, this tree is most famous for its exceptionally fine and durable timber, which has been prized for thousands of years. Known as the best commercial black ebony, its wood is highly sought after in China for furniture and in Europe for fine woodworking.


Key Features:

Timber Quality:
Dark, durable, and resistant to insects and fungi, making it perfect for furniture, musical instruments, and carvings.

Cultural Value:
Traditionally used in Chinese furniture-making and decorative arts, especially in the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Growth Conditions:
Prefers well-drained, clay-rich soils in tropical, dry areas. A slow-growing tree that requires patience to cultivate.

Uses:
The wood is ideal for creating fine furniture, musical instruments, chess pieces, ornamental carvings, and much more. The tree also has medicinal uses, with edible fruit that has medicinal properties, though it is typically eaten in times of famine.


Cultivation Notes:

Known to thrive as a shade tree in plantations, such as those growing cardamom.
It’s a sought-after tree for high-quality timber, though it is under threat due to overexploitation.
This majestic tree not only offers functional timber but also serves as a beautiful and valuable addition to your landscape or timber plantation.