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Diospyros virginiana
Persimmon tree growth habit and fruit detail
Scientific Name: Diospyros virginiana
Common Name(s): Persimmon
Edible: yes
Medicinal: no
Parts Used: fruit, leaf
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13 Aug, 2008
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CAUTION--Some persons are unable to digest persimmon pulp. Unripe persimmons are highly astringent and inedible. |
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13 Aug, 2008
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Description: These trees have alternate, dark green, elliptic leaves with entire margins. The flowers are inconspicuous. The fruits are orange, have a sticky consistency, and have several seeds. |
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13 Aug, 2008
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Habitat and Distribution: The persimmon is a common forest margin tree. It is wide spread in Africa, eastern North America, and the Far East. |
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Edible Parts: The leaves are a good source of vitamin C. The fruits are edible raw or baked. To make tea, dry the leaves and soak them in hot water. You can eat the roasted seeds. |
Current Rating: 0.0000
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Locations Found
Namibia
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