Species of tree
Diospyros maritima (commonly known as the Malaysian persimmon,[3] broadleaf ebony and sea ebony[4]) is a tree in the family Ebenaceae. The specific epithet maritima means 'by the sea', referring to the tree's habitat.[5]
Description
Diospyros maritima grows up to 15 metres (50 ft) tall. The inflorescences bear up to 10 flowers. The fruits are round, up to 1.7 cm (1 in) in diameter.[5]
Distribution and habitat
Diospyros maritima is native to an area from Japan and Taiwan to Malesia and northern Australia.[1] Its habitat is coastal forests.[5]
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