Diospyros ubaita
Diospyros ubaita, known as Ebony, is a deciduous tree belonging to the Ebenaceae family, cultivated as an ornamental. It prefers full sun and medium watering, thriving in USDA zones 6–10. This tree can reach heights of 8–15 meters and blooms with white flowers in May and June. It prefers loamy or clay soils. It is not fragrant, does not attract pollinators, and is not toxic. The tree is not evergreen.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Loamy, Clay
Height
8–15 m
Spread
5–10 m
Zones
6–10
Flower colors
Ensure a location with full sun exposure. Water moderately, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged. This tree prefers loamy or clay soil types. Pruning can be done to shape the tree or remove dead or damaged branches, typically in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.