Is Woolly-flowered Persimmon safe for pets?

Yes, Woolly-flowered Persimmon (Diospyros Eriantha) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Woolly-flowered Persimmon easy to care for?

Woolly-flowered Persimmon has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Woolly-flowered Persimmon grow indoors?

Woolly-flowered Persimmon is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Woolly-flowered Persimmon (Diospyros Eriantha) is a perennial tree in the Ebenaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Diospyros eriantha is an evergreen shrub or tree native to parts of Asia, known for its small black fruits and woolly flowers.

Last updated: February 2026

Woolly-flowered Persimmon

Diospyros Eriantha

Diospyros eriantha is an evergreen shrub or tree native to parts of Asia, known for its small black fruits and woolly flowers.

Quick Facts

Type

tree

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

9-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:specimen, shade tree

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Woolly-flowered Persimmon

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Prune

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Fertilize

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Repot

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Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Ebenaceae

Genus:Diospyros