Persimmon

 

Common Name	Persimmon
Scientific Name	Diospyros virginiana
Native Region	West, Middle, East
Moisture Conditions	Dry Upland Site, Moist Upland Site, Water's Edge
Light Preference	Full Sun, Partial Sun
Wildlife Value	birds, small mammals, large mammals
Soil pH	Acidic (pH<6), Neutral (pH 6-8)
Height	over 50'
Bloom Time	Spring
Evergreen	No
Comments	distinctive fleshy fruits eaten by a variety of wildlife; fruits only produced on female trees; male trees needed for pollination; develops colonies