Seed Availability

Seeds are not available for the Mountain Persimmon. Please visit our seed store to view current selections. Seeds were last available in November 2016.

Description

Medium to large sized tree, probably to 40-80ft.

Hardiness

Unknown, but will stand short frosts.

Growing Environment

Little is known about cultural or climatic requirements but the tree does well in warm regions and will stand short frosts.

Propagation

By seeds.

Uses

Fruits can be eaten fresh or used much like the common persimmon. The wood is a type of ebony and is valued for its beautiful color.

Native Range

Native to the Americas.

Related Species

Ebenaceae
	Diospyros austroafricana South African Star Apple		Diospyros blancoi Velvet Apple
	Diospyros brasiliensis Bush Persimmon		Diospyros digyna Black Sapote
	Diospyros mespiliformis Jackal Berry		Diospyros montana Mountain Persimmon
	Diospyros whyteana Bladdernut