Diospyros ebenum aka Ebony
Taxonomy
Common names
Ebony, Indian EbonyHow to care for Ebony
Difficulty
With its straightforward care requirements, Ebony is a hassle-free plant that anyone can enjoy.
Lighting
Ebony requires abundant, bright and direct light. Placing it less than one foot from a window is the best way to make sure the plant receives enough light to survive and thrive. Depending on your region, however, the current weather can affect the placement of the plant in your home. For example, in some areas the sun may be too direct and intense, so it's best to place it farther away from the window. You may also need to adjust your placement according to the season as the sunlight can change intensity over the course of the year. If you live in a region with significant temperature fluctuations, such as a desert, you may need to place the plant a bit farther away from the window to avoid extreme heat or cold. With some care and attention, your Indian Ebony will be sure to bring you many years of beauty and enjoyment.
Dormancy
During the wintertime, it is common for Ebony plants to go dormant and their growth rate may slow down. Therefore, the amount of waterings should be spaced out more.
Toxicity
No verified data on the toxicity of this plant exists within Ploi's records. Should you, someone in your family, or your pet ingest plant material with an unknown toxicity level, it is recommended to seek medical advice.
Region of origin
Ebony’s native range is E. Asia - India, Sri Lanka.
More info:
Wikipedia
More Species in Diospyros Genus
![](https://ploi-plant-care.s3.amazonaws.com/shrine/species/21070/thumb/thumb_jpg-a018a273cfbb84dd38013a6e184b08d8.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAIOGNACPH7HGRS66Q%2F20240912%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20240912T035913Z&X-Amz-Expires=604800&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=da2c65a38228263c41fbcdc773bbab64dad877dfa4c1dca12f9111abf951222a)
Diospyros Ebony, Persimmon
![](https://ploi-plant-care.s3.amazonaws.com/shrine/species/21071/thumb/thumb_jpg-76ffd3eec585db7a30199286dc6bf368.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAIOGNACPH7HGRS66Q%2F20240912%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20240912T035913Z&X-Amz-Expires=604800&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=4af687cfedb5a55c4826616a4ff2813414ea2d95e71c15462b60c89451848d9f)
Diospyros mespiliformis Ebony Diospyros
Diospyros mun Ebony
![](https://ploi-plant-care.s3.amazonaws.com/shrine/species/19434/thumb/thumb_jpg-7a8c44e6b90a81d37f8d79ff1d478650.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAIOGNACPH7HGRS66Q%2F20240912%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20240912T035914Z&X-Amz-Expires=604800&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=2df4afd719e01f7a6d452d02d3d18b7691413934839a0f423dfdb6b3b224eb29)
Diospyros sandwicensis Lama
![](https://ploi-plant-care.s3.amazonaws.com/shrine/species/21510/thumb/thumb_jpg-02784bd6f8bbbd247612bcbf88fe4ed0.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAIOGNACPH7HGRS66Q%2F20240912%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20240912T035914Z&X-Amz-Expires=604800&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=62f1c1c2779c021215b4eccba80ed096b9c442cead61310fd64b7fe59c8dd400)
Diospyros tessellaria Black Ebony
![](https://ploi-plant-care.s3.amazonaws.com/shrine/species/5024/thumb/thumb_jpg-aeea3187236c24adb37b932626e3192c.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAIOGNACPH7HGRS66Q%2F20240912%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20240912T035914Z&X-Amz-Expires=604800&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=8c5fc7bb42d93e0bd1c300b00794da598e706e45b3ac4b9fbf88e2c716889159)
Diospyros lycioides Red Star Apple
Diospyros morrisiana Diospyros Morrisiana
![](https://ploi-plant-care.s3.amazonaws.com/shrine/species/20498/thumb/thumb_jpg-632952c07e9d814f7a1e437723686779.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAIOGNACPH7HGRS66Q%2F20240912%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20240912T035914Z&X-Amz-Expires=604800&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=a7d6618143d510e0d93aa8dd7b291990b0ff5ccd48f31c64fba60fc911948342)
Diospyros ebenum Ebony
![](https://ploi-plant-care.s3.amazonaws.com/shrine/species/20565/thumb/thumb_jpg-26ba4d5118f3d350ed656078d12869f7.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAIOGNACPH7HGRS66Q%2F20240912%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20240912T035914Z&X-Amz-Expires=604800&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=b4cc800257114639cdd6e1261470ea4b498938629b0e1b7e28549032d2c58cc3)
Diospyros malabarica Mountain Ebony
![](https://ploi-plant-care.s3.amazonaws.com/shrine/species/6426/thumb/thumb_jpg-c453441361fa967d3b319ebb9a35a8e1.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAIOGNACPH7HGRS66Q%2F20240912%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20240912T035914Z&X-Amz-Expires=604800&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=257ceff77bc5fe61fbf9dcb2796f2d1851a3f944261129861ad01540ebd156b8)