Diospyros texana, or Texas Persimmon, is a small, deciduous tree or large shrub native to Texas and Mexico. It features exfoliating bark, dark green leaves, and produces
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Sunlight
Requires full sun to partial shade for optimal growth and fruiting.
Watering
Drought-tolerant once established; moderate for young plants.
Soil
Well-drained, adaptable to various types, prefers alkaline to neutral.
Temperature
Highly adaptable, tolerating both cold winters and hot summers.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Generally not needed for established trees in good soil.
Requires full sun to partial shade for optimal growth and fruiting.
Drought-tolerant once established; moderate for young plants.
Well-drained, adaptable to various types, prefers alkaline to neutral.
Highly adaptable, tolerating both cold winters and hot summers.
Outdoor
Generally not needed for established trees in good soil.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Plant Category
Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
3-6 m
Spread
3-6 m
Growth Rate
Slow to Moderate
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
The ripe fruit is edible and sweet. Unripe fruit is astringent. No other parts are commonly reported as toxic to humans or pets.
