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Japanese Persimmon (Diospyros kaki)

Japanese Persimmon (Diospyros kaki) is a deciduous tree native to East Asia, cultivated for its edible fruit, ornamental value, and durable wood.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Moderate to High

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Fertilizer

Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and fruit production.

Watering

Moderate to High

Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment and fruiting. Avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers temperate climates with distinct seasons. Protect young trees from hard freezes.

Fertilizer

Moderate

Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring; avoid over-fertilization.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Fruit

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

6-12 m

Spread

5-8 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Deciduous

Flower Size

1.5-2.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Diospyros amara Perr.
Diospyros argyi H.Lév.
Diospyros bertii André
Diospyros costata Carrière
Diospyros kaempferi Naudin
Diospyros lycopersicon Carrière
Diospyros mazelii Carrière
Diospyros roxburghii Carrière
Diospyros schi-tse Bunge
Diospyros sinensis Naudin
Diospyros sphenophylla Hiern
Diospyros trichocarpa R.H.Miao
Diospyros wieseneri Carrière
Embryopteris kaki (Thunb.) G.Don
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderEricales
  • familyEbenaceae
  • genusDiospyros
  • speciesDiospyros kaki
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Yes

Non-toxic

Additional Care Tips

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