Diospyros Melanoxylon Seeds
Diospyros Melanoxylon Seeds
Diospyros Melanoxylon Seeds
Diospyros Melanoxylon Seeds

Diospyros Melanoxylon Seeds - Vegetable Plant

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Diospyros melanoxylon Seeds

Grow the versatile East Indian Ebony from premium-quality Diospyros melanoxylon seeds. Native to the Indian subcontinent, this hardy deciduous tree is valued for its durable timber, edible fruits, and leaves traditionally used for wrapping hand-rolled cigars and cigarettes. It is an excellent choice for agroforestry projects, native landscapes, and conservation plantings.

Native Indian Tree Edible Fruit Valuable Timber Drought Tolerant

Key Features

Multipurpose Tree

Produces useful timber, edible fruits, and durable leaves that have long been valued for traditional applications.

Adapted to Dry Climates

Thrives in warm tropical and subtropical regions and tolerates seasonal drought once established.

Supports Wildlife

The fruits provide food for birds and wildlife, making the tree valuable for ecological restoration projects.

Long-Lived Shade Tree

Develops into a broad-canopied tree that offers shade and ornamental value in suitable climates.

Growing Highlights

USDA Zones 9–11
Sunlight Full Sun
Watering Moderate
Mature Height 30–60 ft
Growth Rate Moderate
Germination 2–8 Weeks

Specifications

Scientific Name Diospyros melanoxylon
Common Name (US) East Indian Ebony, Tendu, Coromandel Ebony
Seed Type Tree Seed
Plant Type Deciduous Tree
USDA Zones 9–11
Planting Season Spring
Flowering Season Spring to Summer
Sowing Depth ½–1 inch
Germination 2–8 Weeks (Fresh Seed Preferred)
Sunlight Full Sun
Soil Well-Drained Sandy, Loamy, or Clay Soil
Watering Moderate During Establishment
Mature Height 30–60 feet
Plant Spacing 20–30 feet

Growing Guide

Step 1: Sow fresh seeds ½–1 inch deep in a well-drained seed-starting mix after soaking them in water for 12–24 hours.
Step 2: Keep the soil consistently moist and warm at 75–90°F (24–32°C) until germination.
Step 3: Transplant seedlings into full sun once they develop a strong root system, providing regular watering during establishment.
Step 4: Reduce irrigation after establishment, allowing the tree to develop its natural drought tolerance while maintaining healthy growth.

Diospyros melanoxylon Seeds

Grow a valuable native tree renowned for its durable timber, edible fruits, wildlife benefits, and excellent adaptability to tropical and subtropical landscapes.