Persimmon is a tropical fruit native to Japan and China. Orange in colour, its pulp is very fleshy, has a juicy texture and a very sweet taste.

It contains 80% water and is rich in vitamins A, B3, B6, B9, C and E, as well as other micronutrients and minerals such as potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, iodine, sodium, selenium and iron. It provides 70 kilocalories per 100 grams.