Diospyros kaki 'Vanilla' (astringent Persimmon)

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The 'Vanilla' (Vaniglia) is an old variety of persimmon known for its muscat-vanilla fragrance, mildly astringent fruit.

Key details about the Vanilla persimmon:

- Medium fruit, spherical with slightly flattened top
- Skin is orange, turning red when over ripe
- Flesh is sweet, very juicy and mildly astringent
- Eat the fruit straight from the tree, or allow them to over ripen for a sweeter taste
- Old variety from Italy
- Great resistance to cold, produces medium yields
- Harvest season is typically from October to December

Overall, the Vanilla persimmon is valued for its sweet red fruit with its unique fragrance.