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Diospyros kaki
Persimmon
Deciduous tree
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The Diospyros kaki plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan. It is a member of the Ebenaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Persimmon. Some home gardeners know the variety as D. chinensis.

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Latin Name:  Diospyros kaki
Common Name:  Persimmon
Family:  Ebenaceae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  12   Mature Width:  7
 
Habitat:  Not known in a truly wild situation, it is found in broad leaved woodland but probably as an escape from cultivation[74, 200].



General Uses:  The pulp of unripe fruits is used in cosmetics to make face-packs because of its firming qualities[7].

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Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
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The information above has been supplied solely via the hard work and dedication of the team at 'Plants for a Future'.
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