American Forests National Tree Register, Species: Common Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana), State: VA
Description
Description
Location Suffolk, VA
Common PERSIMMON
Diospyros virginiana
This champion Common Persimmon of Virginia made its debut on the list of American Forests Champion Trees in 2017, as it is the largest known tree of its species in the country. By recognizing these champions, we recognize the beauty and critical ecosystem services provided by our biggest and oldest trees.
| STATUS | Champion |
|---|---|
| Tree circumference | 152 |
| height | 85 |
| crown spread | 68 |
| Total points | 254 |
| LOCATION | Suffolk, VA |
|---|---|
| Nominated by | Byron Carmean and Gary Williamson |
| Year Nominated | 2016 |
| Date crowned | 2017-08-16 |
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Diospyros virginiana
Diospyros sandwicensis
Acer pensylvanicum
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