Japanese Persimmon and Watermelon Facts

Facts about Japanese Persimmon and Watermelon

Fruits (fresh or dried) play the role of natural staple diet for humans. We all have some basic knowledge about all types of fruits but are you aware of unique Japanese Persimmon and Watermelon facts? Some of the interesting facts about Japanese Persimmon and Watermelon are provided here.

Japanese Persimmon Facts are:

• Unripe persimmons contain lots of tannin which is used to brew sake & to preserve wood in Japan.
• A small non-edible fruit of persimmon tree is crushed with water, the solution is painted on paper & used to repel mosquitoes.

Watermelon Facts are:

• Watermelon contain 91% of water.
• In Japan & Chine, watermelon is a popular gift to bring a host.
• Entire watermelon is edible, even the rinds & seeds.
• There are more than 1200 varieties grown in the world.

Fruits are consumed in various forms. Fruit recipes and desserts are the trending food choices all over the world. Use of Japanese Persimmon and Watermelon in variety of dishes and their intrinsic nature of perfectly blending with other food combinations, makes them the apt choice for various dishes! Try out different recipes of these nutritious fruits and decide which fruit appeals more to your taste buds.