Zhengzhou's specialties are Zhongmou watermelon, Xinzheng lotus root, Zhengzhou cherry, Xinzheng jujube and Xingyang persimmon. Zhongmu watermelon tastes sandy and melts in the mouth. Xinzheng lotus root tastes tender, crisp, sweet and mellow. Zhengzhou cherries are big, thick and delicious. Xinzheng jujube tastes soft, pure and sweet. Persimmon pulp in Xingyang is golden, transparent and soft, with high sugar content.