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Lama persimmon

Diospyros sandwicensis, Ebenaceae

Zones
9–12
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderBeneficial Insect HabitatWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Star CloverTrifolium stellatum
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
Rioja PersimmonDiospyros riojae
Pollinator Sharing
Button MangosteenGarcinia prainiana
Pollinator SharingShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

BluebushDiospyros lycioides

Persimmon species can exhibit allelopathic inhibition and root competition with related species

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionErosion ControlWildlife HabitatWindbreak

Edible Parts

Fruit

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidTraditional Hawaiian Medicine

Common Questions

What zones does Lama persimmon grow in?

Lama persimmon grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Lama persimmon?

Good companions for Lama persimmon include Star Clover, Rioja Persimmon, Button Mangosteen.

Design guilds with Lama persimmon and see companion relationships visually.

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