Persimmon

Persimmons are an oval to round fruit with deep orange, shiny skin. Persimmons are astringent until very ripe then are intensely sweet and succulent. Those found in the market are Japanese persimmons, a large variety with few seeds. The native American or wild persimmon is smaller and grows in the south and along the Mississippi. Either may be eaten fresh or used in puddings, cakes and preserves.