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Persimmon

Diospyros virginiana

Description:

Medium sized tree with rough, gray bark, opposite, green leaves and blue/green fruit that turns orange when ripened.

Habitat:

Growing wild between two Oak trees. These are not native to California but have been found naturalized in a couple counties such as this one.

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4 Comments

I agree, Seema!

Seema
Seema 11 years ago

the shape is like tomato ..when ripe it looks much inviting isn't it?

Thanks Ava :) I was quite surprised to see one growing wild. I'm half tempted to return when they're ripe. Yummm

Ava T-B
Ava T-B 11 years ago

Lovely and informative series, Ms. Cindy!

Escondido, California, USA

Spotted on Sep 2, 2012
Submitted on Sep 4, 2012

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