Persimmon
Diospyros virginiana · Ebenaceae (Ebony family)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Elliptic to ovate with 0 lobes
Margin
Entire
Arrangement
Alternate
Venation
Pinnate with moderately prominent veins
Key Features
Elliptic shape, entire margin, and alternate arrangement shown on the senescing leaf
Description
A medium-sized deciduous tree with dark, blocky bark, inconspicuous flowers, and rounded orange fruits maturing in autumn
Habitat
Well-drained soils in open woods, old fields, and forest edges with full sun to partial shade
Native Range
Native to the eastern and southern United States, widely planted within its native range
Identified on 10/17/2026