Product Name: Heishi No.1 Persimmon (Black Persimmon No.1)
Description:
Heishi No.1 is a premium black-skinned persimmon variety, selected from wild persimmon germplasm resources in the Taihang Mountains by the Zhengzhou Fruit Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences. Officially certified in 2015, this unique variety has gained recognition for its striking jet-black appearance, exceptional sweetness, and outstanding storage life.
A Persimmon Unlike Any Other:
The most striking feature of Heishi No.1 is its jet-black skin – a rare and visually distinctive trait among persimmon varieties. The skin is smooth and glossy, covered with a natural white bloom, and features a distinctive fleshy ring-shaped constriction below the calyx. When sliced open, the flesh reveals a beautiful orange-yellow color that contrasts dramatically with the dark skin.
Flavor & Texture:
Heishi No.1 delivers an outstanding eating experience with fine-textured flesh and an intensely sweet flavor. Soluble solids content reaches 22.43% Brix with total sugar of 19.46% and remarkably low acidity of just 0.08% – offering a pure, rich sweetness. The fruit can be enjoyed crisp and firm when eaten as a hard persimmon, or soft and creamy when fully ripened. The fruit is seedless, making it exceptionally convenient and enjoyable.
Size:
Average fruit weight is 126.56 grams, with premium fruit reaching up to 232.38 grams.
Key Commercial Advantages:
Unique Jet-Black Skin – Highly distinctive and marketable appearance
Exceptional Sweetness – 22.43% Brix for intense, pure sweetness
Seedless – No seeds for hassle-free eating
Excellent Storage Life – 30+ days at room temperature, 3–4 months under refrigeration
Easy De-Astringency – De-astringes very easily after harvest
Early Bearing & High Yield – Fruits in the second year, full production by year 5
Self-Fruitful – No pollinizer required, with minimal fruit drop
Strong Disease Resistance – Highly resistant to anthracnose and angular leaf spot
Harvest Season:
Late September to mid-October – a premium early-season black persimmon variety with a unique appearance and exceptional storage capacity for extended market supply.