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Common Persimmon
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Scientific Name
Diospyros virginiana
Family
Ebenaceae
Species Description
Common in southern U.S., native range in Ohio is limited to southern half. Orange edible fruits in fall which may be messy to maintain.
Climate Tolerance
NA
Plant Hardiness Zones
4 to 9
Wildlife Benefits
Nectar/pollen source for bees; fruit food source for birds, mammals; moth/butterfly host
# Butterfly/Moths that use as host
Unknown
Pollination Type
Pollinator
Bloom Time
Spring (Apr-Jun)
Shade/Sun Tolerance
Full Sun to Part Shade
Bloom Color
Yellow
Green
Maximum Height
Medium (40-75 ft)
Form
Tree
Growth Rate
Slow
Lifespan
Long (>200 yrs)
Soil Type
Sand
Loam
Clay
Soil pH
Acid-Neutral (pH 4.7-7.5)
Soil Moisture Tolerance
Moist - Dry
Wetland Indicator Status
FAC
Root - Fungal Association
Arbuscular mycorrhizae
Soil Compaction Tolerance
Tolerant
Pest & Pathogen Risks
Very Low
Heat Tolerance
Tolerant
Urban Stress Tolerance
Medium
Salt Tolerant
Sensitive
Drought Tolerance
Tolerant
Native County Status
Cuyahoga
Lake
Medina
Portage
Summit
Coefficient of Conservatism
4
IUCN Red List Assessment
Least Concern
Native Status
OH-Native
NatureServe G-rank
G5
Plant Community Type
  • Beech Mixed: Absent
  • Oak Mixed: Absent
  • Alluvial: Absent
  • Red Maple Mixed: Absent
  • Ruderal: Absent
  • Urban Tree Cover: Common