Diospyros: meaning, definitions and examples
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Diospyros
[ daษชหษspษชrษs ]
botanical term
Diospyros is a genus of trees and shrubs known for producing ebony and persimmon fruits. The species within this genus are primarily found in tropical and subtropical regions. They are notable for their dense, dark wood and edible fruits.
Synonyms
black sapote, ebony tree, persimmon
Examples of usage
- The Diospyros tree produces valuable ebony wood.
- Many species of Diospyros are cultivated for their sweet, edible fruit.
- Diospyros virginiana is commonly known as the eastern persimmon.
Translations
Translations of the word "Diospyros" in other languages:
๐ต๐น Diospyros
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฆเคฟเคฏเฅเคธเฅเคชเคพเคเคฐเฅเคธ
๐ฉ๐ช Diospyros
๐ฎ๐ฉ Diospyros
๐บ๐ฆ ะัะพัะฟััะพั
๐ต๐ฑ Diospyros
๐ฏ๐ต ใใคใชในใใญใน
๐ซ๐ท Diospyros
๐ช๐ธ Diospyros
๐น๐ท Diospyros
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ค์ด์ค์คํผ๋ก์ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฏููุงุณูพูุฑูุณ
๐จ๐ฟ Diospyros
๐ธ๐ฐ Diospyros
๐จ๐ณ ้ปๆฃๅฑ
๐ธ๐ฎ Diospyros
๐ฎ๐ธ Diospyros
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะะธะพัะฟะธัะพั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแกแแแ แแกแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ Diospyros
๐ฒ๐ฝ Diospyros
Etymology
The name 'Diospyros' derives from the Greek words 'dios', meaning divine or godly, and 'pyros', referring to fruit or grain. This nomenclature reflects the importance of the fruit produced by certain species, which have had cultural significance in various societies throughout history. The genus has a rich diversity, with species primarily distributed in tropical regions, and some having adapted to temperate climates. Diospyros has been historically significant not only for its fruits but also for its hard, dark wood, often used for making furniture and musical instruments. The use of Diospyros in various cultures ties back to ancient times, showcasing its relevance in habitats around the world.