| Bush Persimmon | |
| Diospyros brasiliensis |
A wild persimmon measuring up to 3" across. The skin is mottled green-yellow, often with black spots. Flesh is white, thin, with a mildly sweet flavor. The fruits are rare in the wild and not cultivated.
Description: A semi-deciduous tree growing to 15-30 feet. In its native range, flowering occurs between August and October, with fruits ripening a couple of months after.
Hardiness: Unknown.
Growing Environment: Unknown.
Propagation: By seeds.
Uses: Fruits can be eaten fresh, though there is minimal pulp and it doesn't easily separate from the seeds and rind. This species is not cultivated.
Native Range: Native to semi-deciduous forests of central and eastern Brazil. It is uncommon in its natural habitat.