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Japanese persimmon, Plaqueminier, Kakibaum, Caqui, Caquizeiro, Placa minera, Diospyros kaki, Ebenaceae

Diospyros kaki, or the Japanese persimmon, is used for its edible fruit, which can be eaten fresh or dried and is rich in nutrients and dietary fiber. Additionally, various parts of the plant are used in traditional medicine for conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and infectious diseases, due to their antioxidant and antibacterial properties. The leaves are also utilized in cosmetics and healthy beverages for their anti-aging and anti-cholesterol properties, while the hard wood of the Diospyros genus is used for various applications.