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1. Persimmons belong to the genus Diospyros, and like tomatoes, persimmons are technically berries
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2. Persimmons originated in China, eventually brought to California in the mid-1800s. China is the world’s top persimmon producer.
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3. The name persimmon roughly translates from Greek into “fruit of the Gods”
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4. Persimmons are high in dietary fiber and can help promote weight loss and improve digestive system function. They are also high in Vitamins A, C and K.
Kristen Taylor kthread