The persimmon is a yellow-orange to dark red-orange fruit, depending on the species, and is divided into two groups: astringent and non-astringent. Both groups are full of tannins and can be tart when unripe.
Edible persimmons are native to the United States, China, southeast Europe and the Philippines, and also found in California, Florida and Mexico.
Medicinal Uses
The raw fruit is good for treating constipation and hemorrhoids. The cooked fruit. The cooked fruit is used to treat diarrhea.
Persimmon Varieties
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Scientific family name
Ebenaceae (the ebony family)
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Fact:
Diospyros virginiana is native to the USA. D. kaki (Asian persimmons) were introduced into the U.S. by Commander M. C. Perry in 1856
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Can be eaten fresh, cooked or dried
