What is another word for ebony tree?
Pronunciation: [ˈɛbənɪ tɹˈiː] (IPA) 
The ebony tree, also known as Diospyros ebenum, is a well-known tree species native to Sri Lanka and India. Ebony is one of the most valued woods because of its natural color and durability, making it an excellent material for furniture and decorative items. There are various different names for the ebony tree, including gaboon ebony, West African ebony, Mozambique ebony, and Indian ebony. Other synonyms for ebony tree include African blackwood, Ceylon ebony, Indonesia ebony and Macassar ebony. Each name refers to a different species or variation of the ebony tree, but all have the same characteristic dark and lustrous wood that is prized by artisans around the world.
