Diospyros kaki

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A small deciduous Asiatic tree: This refers to a tree species native to Asia that sheds its leaves annually.
    • Bearing large red or orange edible astringent fruit: The tree produces sizable fruits, typically red or orange in color, which are edible but have a puckering, dry quality when unripe.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The garden featured a beautiful Diospyros kaki that turned a brilliant color in the autumn.
    • The fruit from the Diospyros kaki is often used in traditional desserts.
Advanced Usage
  • In botanical or horticultural contexts: The term is used precisely to refer to the species itself, distinguishing it from other trees in the genus.
    • The study focused on the cultivation requirements of Diospyros kaki in temperate climates.
Variants and Related Words
  • Persimmon (n): This is the common name for the fruit of the tree, and often for the tree itself in non-scientific language.
    • She bought some ripe persimmons at the market.
  • Kaki: A shortened, common form used especially in some languages and regions to refer to the tree or its fruit.
    • Kaki trees are common in that region.
Synonyms
  • Persimmon tree: A common synonym referring to the same tree species.
  • Japanese persimmon: Another common name, indicating one of its prominent regions of cultivation.
Related Phrases
  • Astringent persimmon: A phrase describing the quality of the unripe fruit from the .
    • Astringent persimmons contain high levels of tannins.
  • Non-astringent cultivar: Refers to cultivated varieties of bred to produce fruit that is not puckering even when firm.
    • The 'Fuyu' is a popular non-astringent cultivar of Diospyros kaki.
Noun
  1. small deciduous Asiatic tree bearing large red or orange edible astringent fruit

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