Common names:
Japanese Persimmon
Oriental Persimmon
Sharon Fruit
Kaki
Persimmon

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Tree
Grass/Grass-like
Life cycle:Perennial
Other
Sun Requirements:Partial or Dappled Shade
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Water Preferences:Wet Mesic
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 4a -34.4 °C (-30 °F) to -31.7 °C (-25 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 9a
Leaves:Malodorous
Fruit:Showy
Dehiscent
Flowers:Inconspicuous
Flower Color:Bi-Color
Flower Time:Late fall or early winter
Other
Uses:Groundcover
Edible Parts:Seeds or Nuts
Wildlife Attractant:Bees
Other Beneficial Insects
Propagation: Seeds:Needs specific temperature
Suitable for wintersowing
Propagation: Other methods:Division
Containers:Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years
Conservation status:Critically Endangered (CR)

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Discussion Threads about this plant
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That is some beautiful fruit by gardengus Nov 11, 2011 4:19 AM 9

Comments:
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