Ebony Plant

Ebony is a slow-growing tree reaching 50–80 ft, thriving in USDA zones 9–12, requiring well-drained sandy soil, full sun, low moisture, non-edible, and with medicinal applications, especially in traditional remedies.

Habit

Tree

Height

5-15 m

Growth

Slow

Soil

Well-drained, sandy soil

Shade

Full sun

Moisture

Low moisture

Edible

No

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

India, Sri Lanka

Climatic Condition

Tropical

Temperature (°)

25-30°C

Humidity (%)

60-70%

Potting media

Garden soil

Fertilizers

Organic compost

Watering

Regular watering; prefers moist but well-drained soil

Plant Weight 

10-15 kg

Flowering Time

Year-round

Soil Ph level

5.5 - 6.5

Water Ph level

5.5 - 6.5

Soil EC

0.3 - 0.6

Yield Per Plant 

Timber production

NPK ratio 

  15:10:10

life Span

Deciduous

Health Benefits

Highly prized wood; medicinal uses

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% sand, 30% garden soil, 20% compost

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize yearly with organic matter.

Common Diseases and Remedies

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Common Diseases

Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Mealybugs

Symptoms

Brown spots, white coating, sticky residue, wilting

Organic Remedies

Neem oil, prune infected parts

In-Organic Remedies

Copper fungicides, systemic insecticides