Niu Nai Persimmon

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Diospyros kaki – Niu Nai Persimmon

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Niu Nai is a Japanese cultivar known for its sweet, non-astringent fruit and ornamental appeal. The fruit can be eaten while still firm, unlike astringent persimmons that must soften fully before eating. The flesh has a sweet, honey-like flavor and a creamy texture when fully ripe. The name Niu Nai translates to “milk” in Chinese, possibly referring to the creamy texture of the fruit.

The tree has an upright, spreading growth habit with dark green foliage that turns vibrant orange in autumn. Fruit ripens in late fall, around September–October, and is good for fresh eating, drying, and desserts.

Zone 7–9.

Plant Characteristics

• Mature Size: 15–20' tall and wide
• Growth Habit: Upright, spreading
• Foliage: Dark green, turning vibrant orange in autumn
• Fruit Type: Non-astringent
• Fruit Flavor: Sweet, honey-like
• Fruit Texture: Creamy when fully ripe
• Ripening: Late fall, around September–October
• Uses: Fresh eating, drying, and desserts
• Sun Tolerance: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well Drained
• Spacing: 15–20'
• Plant Type: Tree
• Edible Type: Fruit
• Self Fertile: Yes

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, comments/opinions are always welcome.