Botanical Profile
Diospyros celebica is a tropical evergreen tree in the Ebenaceae family, valued for its highly decorative dark-striped hardwood.
Scientific Name
Diospyros celebica Bakh. (commonly known as Macassar Ebony)
Local Name
Kayu Eboni, Macassar Ebony
Native Habitat
Native to Sulawesi, Indonesia. It grows in tropical forests with warm temperatures, seasonal rainfall, and moderate to high humidity.
Germination Difficulty
Moderate — seeds require fresh sowing, stable moisture, and warm conditions for successful germination.
Germination Timeframe
Usually 4–10 weeks under tropical conditions.
Growing Condition
Prefers full sun to partial shade, fertile well-draining soil, moderate humidity, and temperatures between 24–32°C. Young seedlings require regular watering and protection from prolonged drought.
Collector Significance
Collectors value this species for its rare ornamental timber, limited natural distribution, and importance in conservation-oriented tree collections.
General Information
These seeds are rare and often hard to find online. Many available seeds have low viability due to long storage, but we provide fresh seeds with higher germination potential.
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