Diospyros decandra
The story
In Vietnamese folklore, the 'cây thị' plays a role in the beloved tale of 'Tam and Cam'. This story, which tells of love, jealousy, and redemption, features the tree as a symbol of connection to the past and the spiritual world. Its presence in the narrative emphasizes the tree's importance in Vietnamese culture, making it more than just a plant but a part of the country's rich storytelling tradition.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
- Family
- Ebenaceae
How to use it
The 'cây thị' is valued not only for its beauty but also for its cultural significance. It is often planted in urban areas and near temples, providing shade and a sense of tranquility. Additionally, it serves as the official provincial tree in Thailand, highlighting its ecological and ornamental importance.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
About
Diospyros decandra is a species of flowering plant in the ebony and persimmon family, Ebenaceae. It is a small tropical tree, growing about 5–6 m tall. Its leaves are 6–8 cm long and 3–4 cm wide with a pointed tip. Its flowers are white. This species is popular in Vietnam, where it is grown in urban areas and close to temples. It is called "cây thị" in Vietnamese and it has appeared in Vietnamese folklore, such as The Story of Tam and Cam. It is also the official provincial tree of Chanthaburi and Nakhon Pathom provinces in Thailand; its Thai name is ลูกจัน "luuk-jan".
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Diospyros decandra
- Slug
- diospyros-decandra
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Ebenaceae
- Genus
- Diospyros
- Species
- decandra
- Wikidata QID
- Q4925668
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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