D. virginiana is a native, dioecious, deciduous tree reaching up to 60ft in height. Often found in dry open woods, along roadsides and thickets. D. kaki is an asian species cultivated here in the United States. The dark gray bark broken in similar sized rectangular blocks which makes this tree easy to identify in the winter. Prefers moist sandy soils in full sun. Flowers are fragrant white to greenish- yellow. Fruit matures in the fall to orange-red color and remains on the tree after the leaves have fallen. D. virginiana has small fruit which is very astringent, whereas D. kaki is much larger, less astringent, and can be found in higher end grocery stores in mid-late November.