Sources:
Enter the
Share Market®
Produce Briefs...
Ramps
The wild ramp, AKA wild leek, botanical name Allium tricoccum, is a flowering perennial plant that grows in clusters. It is a member of the Allium family along with onions and leeks
Calamondin Limes
The Calamondin lime is a cross between a sour, loose skinned mandarin and a kumquat, therefore technically making it an orangequat.
Salanova® Lettuces
Salanova® lettuce is a full-sized variety developed for the baby lettuce market. Botanically these varieties are scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.
Grower
The Tamopan persimmon is a large rare acorn-shaped fruit, its horizontal constriction around the middle contribute to its unusual acorn appearance. Its thick skin is waxy and a pumpkin color tinged with bronze. Once ripe, its flesh is less than overtly juicy, yet succulent and its flavor is reminiscent of mango, pear and date.
Tamopan persimmons are available in the fall.
The Tamopan persimmon, botanical name D. kaki, is the fruit of a deciduous and evergreen tree of the Ebenaceae (Ebony) genus. It is one of thousands of persimmon varieties, though only a limited number of varieties have been accounted for because of multiple factors. One is that there has been a microcosm of scientific studies dedicated to persimmons. The other principle factor is that persimmons spontaneously mutate all the time, hence new varieties evolve due to a giant amorphous gene pool created with no DNA history available to detect and cross-reference from. Two determining characteristics remain constant regarding the Tamopan: it is a pollination-constant variety, meaning it doesn't require pollination to set fruit and that it is an astringent type, thus can only be consumed (with pleasure) when ripe.
Tamopan persimmons can be used in both sweet and savory applications. When firm-ripe, they are preferred fresh as a salad ingredient and dessert garnish. Ripe Tamopan persimmons can be added to salsas, used to create sauces, pureés, jams and used as an additional ingredient for marinades. They can also be baked, used as an principal ingredient in breads, cookies, cakes and ice creams. Tamopan persimmons pair well with nuts such as almonds, hazelnuts, pepitas and pistachios, bright fresh cheeses such as mild chevre, aged cheeses such as manchego and parmesan. They also pair well with basil, arugula, apples, pears, dried fruit such as cherries and figs, candied apricots, grilled shellfish and pork.
As scientific research is historically limited regarding all persimmons, the ancestor of Tamopan persimmons, if it still exists in the wild, remains a mystery. The species, kaki, is thought to be native to China, as rootstocks native to China have produced large trees of an indefinite length of life. The Tamopan has roots in China and via China found its geographical influence reaching America in 1905, as agricultural explorer Frank Meyer brought several specimens with him.
Recipes that include Tamopan Persimmons. One
is
easiest, three is harder.
People have shared Tamopan Persimmons using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.
| Penryn Orchard Specialties | Homepage |
Description/Taste
The Tamopan persimmon is a large rare acorn-shaped fruit, its horizontal constriction around the middle contribute to its unusual acorn appearance. Its thick skin is waxy and a pumpkin color tinged with bronze. Once ripe, its flesh is less than overtly juicy, yet succulent and its flavor is reminiscent of mango, pear and date.
Seasons/Availability
Tamopan persimmons are available in the fall.
Current Facts
The Tamopan persimmon, botanical name D. kaki, is the fruit of a deciduous and evergreen tree of the Ebenaceae (Ebony) genus. It is one of thousands of persimmon varieties, though only a limited number of varieties have been accounted for because of multiple factors. One is that there has been a microcosm of scientific studies dedicated to persimmons. The other principle factor is that persimmons spontaneously mutate all the time, hence new varieties evolve due to a giant amorphous gene pool created with no DNA history available to detect and cross-reference from. Two determining characteristics remain constant regarding the Tamopan: it is a pollination-constant variety, meaning it doesn't require pollination to set fruit and that it is an astringent type, thus can only be consumed (with pleasure) when ripe.
Applications
Tamopan persimmons can be used in both sweet and savory applications. When firm-ripe, they are preferred fresh as a salad ingredient and dessert garnish. Ripe Tamopan persimmons can be added to salsas, used to create sauces, pureés, jams and used as an additional ingredient for marinades. They can also be baked, used as an principal ingredient in breads, cookies, cakes and ice creams. Tamopan persimmons pair well with nuts such as almonds, hazelnuts, pepitas and pistachios, bright fresh cheeses such as mild chevre, aged cheeses such as manchego and parmesan. They also pair well with basil, arugula, apples, pears, dried fruit such as cherries and figs, candied apricots, grilled shellfish and pork.
Geography/History
As scientific research is historically limited regarding all persimmons, the ancestor of Tamopan persimmons, if it still exists in the wild, remains a mystery. The species, kaki, is thought to be native to China, as rootstocks native to China have produced large trees of an indefinite length of life. The Tamopan has roots in China and via China found its geographical influence reaching America in 1905, as agricultural explorer Frank Meyer brought several specimens with him.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Tamopan Persimmons. One
is
easiest, three is harder.Recently Shared
People have shared Tamopan Persimmons using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.
Produce Sharing allows you to share your produce discoveries with your neighbors and the world! Is your market carrying green dragon apples? Is a chef doing things with shaved fennel that are out of this world? Pinpoint your location annonymously through the Specialty Produce App and let others know about unique flavors that are around them.
|
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Jeff Rieger
Near Santa Monica, California, United States1380 Taylor Road Penyrn CA 95663 916-769-5462 About 317 days ago, 11/13/19 Sharer's comments : Tamopans are in 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 689 days ago, 11/06/18 Sharer's comments : Tamopan Persimmons spotted at Specialty Produce. Grown by Penryn Orchard Specialties in Auburn, CA. 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 694 days ago, 11/01/18 Sharer's comments : Tamopan Persimmons spotted at Specialty Produce. |
