Ebenaceae
Ebenaceae
Ebenaceae (pronounced eh-beh-nay-see-ee) is a family of flowering plants, also known as the ebony or persimmon family.
Etymology
The name Ebenaceae is derived from the genus Ebenezer, which in turn is derived from the Greek words "ebenos", meaning "ebony", and "aceae", a common ending in Latin indicating a family of plants.
Description
Ebenaceae is a family of approximately 768 species of flowering plants in around 6 genera. The family is widespread across the tropical and subtropical regions of the world, with a few species extending into temperate zones. The most well-known members of this family are the Ebony trees, known for their hard, dark wood, and the Persimmon trees, known for their edible fruit.
Genera
The Ebenaceae family includes the following genera:
- Diospyros - The most diverse genus in the family, including the ebony and persimmon trees.
- Euclea - A genus of shrubs and small trees, native to Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.
- Lissocarpa - A small genus of trees native to tropical Africa.
- Royena - A genus of small trees and shrubs, native to Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.
- Sideroxylon - A genus of trees and shrubs, native to the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Related Terms
- Ebony - A type of dense black/brown hardwood, often used in fine furniture, sculpture, and musical instruments.
- Persimmon - A type of fruit from trees in the Ebenaceae family, particularly the Diospyros genus.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ebenaceae
- Wikipedia's article - Ebenaceae
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