Diospyros haplostylis
Family: Ebenaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 4-12 m tall.
There are at least 72 Diospyros species in Madagascar.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in the rainforest and near rivers between 100-1,200 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Madagascar (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from fresh seed. It can be grown by cuttings.
Its other names
Local names
Hazomainty, Mapingolahy
Synonyms
Diospyros haplostylis var. orientalis H. Pirrier; Diospyros onivensis H. Perrier; Diospyros rubrolanata H. Perrier; Diospyros viguieriana H. Perrier;