The Distribution of Diospyros Virginiana L.

While the factors responsible for the present distribution of D. virginiana are in themselves not unique, the study of the literature pertaining to the native persimmon is particularly rewarding.Because the persimmon is both a fruit and forest tree the information obtained is increased two-fold.The combination of botanical, horticultural, and dendrological data answers some of the questions in regard to the determination and interpretation of the many aspects of its life phenomena.Ап attempt will be made here to present the factors affecting the macro-and micro-distribution of D. virginiana and to review and supplement certain aspects of the literature relating to them.The genus Diospyros has a fossil record extending to the Mid-Cretaceous Era, and is represented by leaves, wood, calices, and even fossilized fruit, each having been reported from various locations throughout the world.Species evidently