Diospyros lateralis
Introduction

***Diospyros lateralis*** is a tree in the family [Ebenaceae](/wiki/Ebenaceae "Ebenaceae"). It grows up to  tall. [Inflorescences](/wiki/Inflorescences "Inflorescences") bear up to three flowers. The fruits are round to [ovoid](/wiki/Ovoid "Ovoid"), up to  in diameter. The [specific epithet](/wiki/Specific_name_%28botany%29 "Specific name (botany)") ** is from the [Latin](/wiki/Latin "Latin") meaning 'lateral', referring to the position of the [inflorescences](/wiki/Inflorescences "Inflorescences") on the stem. Habitat is lowland mixed [dipterocarp](/wiki/Dipterocarp "Dipterocarp") forests. *D. lateralis* is found in [Thailand](/wiki/Thailand "Thailand"), [Sumatra](/wiki/Sumatra "Sumatra") and [Borneo](/wiki/Borneo "Borneo").


Where can you find Diospyros lateralis in the wild?