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melody Benton, KY(Zone 7a) May 22, 2005

Is this a male persimmon flower, or a female? I'm guessing male, but want to know for sure.

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StarhillForest Illinois, IL(Zone 5b) May 22, 2005

Male persimmon flowers typically occur in groups of three while females are solitary, but they look about the same otherwise unless you do the incredible shrinking thing and climb in for a very close look.

Guy S.

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melody Benton, KY(Zone 7a) May 23, 2005

Ok, so the male flowers should be in groups of 3. I'll watch for that. What should it look like if I sliced a blossom in half?

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bettydee La Grange, TX(Zone 8b) May 23, 2005

Melody I'm assume you are talking about the American Persimmon, Here is web site with information you may find handy

http://www.backyardnature.net/fl_prsmn.htm

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StarhillForest Illinois, IL(Zone 5b) May 23, 2005

Great link! That shows better in one illustration what it would have taken paragraphs to describe.

Guy S.

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melody Benton, KY(Zone 7a) May 23, 2005

Wow!
Thanks!

Now I know exactly what to look for. I can add images to the PF now.

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