Diospyros oppositifolia

Diospyros oppositifolia is a species of tree in the ebony family, Ebenaceae. It is endemic to Sri Lanka.

Distribution

The tree is limited to southwestern Sri Lanka. It has been noted in local forest reserves, such as Sinharaja Biosphere Reserve.

Habitat and ecology

The tree grows in lowland rainforest habitat.

Threats

This is an endangered species threatened by slash-and-burn and logging practices.

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