Japanese persimmon
Japanese Persimmon
Japanese Persimmon (Diospyros kaki), also known as Kaki, is a type of persimmon native to Japan. The term "Japanese Persimmon" is derived from the Japanese word "Kaki" (柿), which means persimmon.
Pronunciation
- Japanese Persimmon: /jəˈpæn.iːz ˌpɜːr.sɪˈmɒn/
- Kaki: /ˈkɑːki/
Etymology
The term "Japanese Persimmon" is a combination of the words "Japanese", referring to the country of origin, and "Persimmon", the English name for the fruit. The word "Persimmon" is derived from the Algonquin word "pasiminan", which means "a dry fruit". The term "Kaki" is the Japanese name for the fruit.
Description
The Japanese Persimmon is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. The fruit is round and orange, similar to a tomato in appearance. It is known for its sweet, honey-like flavor when fully ripe. The fruit is typically eaten raw but can also be used in cooking.
Related Terms
- Diospyros: The genus to which the Japanese Persimmon belongs.
- Persimmon: A type of fruit that includes the Japanese Persimmon.
- Deciduous: A term referring to trees that shed their leaves annually.
- Fruit: The mature ovary of a flowering plant, typically containing seeds.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Japanese persimmon
- Wikipedia's article - Japanese persimmon
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