Black Persimmon

Diospyros texanum

Physical Characteristics

Diospyros texanum is a TREE growing to 12 m (39ft 4in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Southern N. America - Texas and New Mexico.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Secondary; Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

Fruit - raw. The fruits, which are about 20mm in diameter are sweet and tasty when fully ripe[149, 274].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known