Gaub tree

Fruits of the gaub tree

Gaub tree is a tree species in the ebony family, which originates from India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and South East Asia. A sticky substance discharged from the tree is used for sealing boats. Unripe fruits contain tannins and can be used for curing nets and leather. Leaves and fruits can be used to dye cloth black.

Names

Scientific
   Diospyros malabarica
Synonym
   Diospyros peregrina
English
   Black-and-white ebony
   Gaub
   Gaub tree
   Malabar ebony
   Pale moon ebony

Taxonomy

Order
   Ericales
Family
   Ebenaceae
Genus
   Diospyros
Species
   Diospyros malabarica (Gaub tree)

Basic information and facts

Origin:

India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and South East Asia.

Distribution:

India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, South-East Asia, Indonesia.

Evergreen or deciduous:

Gaub is an evergreen tree.

Flowers:

Leaves:

Fruits:

Ripe fruits are round with a diameter of 4 to 7 cm and have a yellow color.

Climate and weather:

Tropical climate

Height:

Older trees can reach a height of up to 35 meters.

Propagation:

Propagated by using seeds.

Harvesting:

Pick unripe or ripe fruits.

Uses:

The trees are traditionally used for several purposes. Bark and fruits are sometimes used for medicinal purposes. A sticky substance discharged from the tree can be used for sealing boats. Unripe fruits contain tannins and are used for curing nets and leather. Leaves and fruits can be used as a natural dye to dye cloth black.

Crop categories

Dye crops
Medicinal plants
Subtropical crops
Tropical crops
Wild-harvested crops

Pictures

Fruits of the gaub tree