Native Trees of Indiana
River Walk

 

Persimmon

Diospyros virginiana

 

Persimmon

Natural range is green.

Persimmon

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The bark of these trees have an “alligator hide”, scaly look. Persimmon thrives on poor soil, and suckers can grow from surface roots to form persimmon thickets. Fruits ripen from August into early winter, but are very astringent until after a frost when they become quite delicious. An important wildlife food. Wood is used for golf club heads.

 

 Inventory No. 1890
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