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Using persimmon seeds to predict winter weather is folklore that can be used to determine if winters will be harsh or mild.

For more than 70 years, Mitchell, Ind., has celebrated the persimmon with annual fall festival full of baked treats, parade ...

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - If you’re looking for a new fruit tree to grow at home, consider a persimmon tree. “Most people are familiar with persimmons but they only know the wild ...

Sep. 24, 2024 — The Eiffinger's tree frog found in Japan has a unique biological adaptation: its tadpoles do not defecate during their early developmental stages to reduce the risk of ...