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The Date plum (Diospyros lotus), a member of the Ebenaceae family, is a perennial tree native to regions including Kenya, Mozambique, Northern Provinces, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe. Date plum (Latin: Diospyros lotus) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Date plum is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Date plum is a member native to AFG, CHN, CHC, CHS, IRN, and KE. To cultivate a Date plum, it is essential to provide the right conditions.
Date plum grows best in USDA zone 7-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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