Common Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana)

This is Native to the surrounding states, but not necessarily to Michigan. The flowers are cross-pollinated by long-tongued bees seeking nectar and pollen, but it also attracts many other native bees (Illinoiswildflowers.info). This tree attracts many animals and birds that consume primarily the fruit of this tree and play an important role in distributing its seeds to new locations. (Illinoiswildflowers.info).

Note: Persimmons are dioecious, meaning there are separate male and female trees, and you need both in order to get fruit. These trees are unsexed.