In this episode of Nature of the Upstate, we explore the American Persimmon, a small tree with edible fruit that I found growing in my front yard. We’ll learn some of its physical characteristics, how to harvest the fruit, what it tastes like, and some fun folklore.ResourcesBackyard Ecology. (n.d.). American Persimmon: A Native Fruit for You and Wildlife. https://www.backyardecology.net/american-persimmon/Botanical Online. (n.d.). American Persimmon – Nutritional and Medicinal Uses. https://www.botanical-online.com/en/food/american-persimmmonClemson University Cooperative Extension. (n.d.). Diospyros virginiana Profile. https://www.clemson.edu/cafls/demo/plant_profiles/diospyros-virginiana.htmlNC State Extension Plant Toolbox. (n.d.). Diospyros virginiana. https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/diospyros-virginiana/Pharmacognosy Reviews. (2018). Pharmacological, phytochemical and ethnobotanical review of Diospyros virginiana L. Pharmacognosy Reviews, 12(24), 214–220. https://www.phcogrev.com/sites/default/files/PhcogRev_2018_12_24_214.pdfPlants For A Future. (n.d.). Diospyros virginiana – American Persimmon. https://pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Diospyros+virginianaSC Native Plant Society. (n.d.). Diospyros virginiana. https://scnps.org/plants/diospyros-virginiana/UNC Flora of the Southeastern United States. (n.d.). Diospyros virginiana Taxon Record. https://fsus.ncbg.unc.edu/main.php?pg=show-taxon.php&plantname=diospyros+virginianaWild Abundance. (n.d.). American Persimmon: Facts, Recipes, and Tips. Retrieved June 25, 2025. https://www.wildabundance.net/blog/american-persimmon-facts-recipes/World Flora Online. (n.d.). Diospyros virginiana Taxonomic Record. https://www.worldfloraonline.org/taxon/wfo-0000649953

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