Question: what is the difference between native and japanese persimmon?
Answer: Referred to as Asian, Oriental or Japanese, Diospyros kaki is an entirely different species of persimmon. Originating in China; it was introduced to Japan thousand of years ago. ... The oriental persimmon tree is smaller than the American variety; 15 to 30 feet tall with a spread of 15 to 20 feet and is also long lived.