American Persimmon and Honeydew
Benefits
Health Benefits
Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension
Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Treatment of skin Diseases
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation
Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Abdominal cramps, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Hives, Hoarseness, Itching in eyes, Itching of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Skin rash, Wheezing
Side Effects
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal.
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
33.50 g
5
9.09 g
99+
Fiber
Not Available
0.80 g
38
Sugar
Not Available
8.12 g
34
Protein
0.80 g
37
0.54 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.02
26
0.05
22
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Not Available
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Not Available
0.04 mg
26
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Not Available
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
Not Available
0.42 mg
34
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
0.16 mg
39
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
0.09 mg
16
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
19.00 mcg
16
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
66.00 mg
10
18.00 mg
39
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
0.02 mg
99+
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
2.90 mcg
21
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
27.00 mcg
26
Choline
Not Available
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.40 g
21
0.14 g
39
Minerals
Potassium
310.00 mg
19
228.00 mg
32
Iron
2.50 mg
3
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
18.00 mg
6
Calcium
27.00 mg
16
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
Not Available
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
Not Available
0.09 mg
24
Phosphorus
26.00 mg
20
11.00 mg
35
Manganese
Not Available
0.03 mg
99+
Copper
Not Available
0.02 mg
99+
Selenium
Not Available
0.70 mcg
9
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
Not Available
33.00 mg
21
Omega 6s
Not Available
26.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
64.40 g
99+
89.82 g
12
Ash
0.90 g
11
0.41 g
32
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
127.00 kcal
4
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
36.00 kcal
19
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
36.00 kcal
24
Calories in Dried Form
276.00 kcal
22
268.00 kcal
24
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
25.00 kcal
40
50.00 kcal
30
Calories in Jam
345.00 kcal
6
290.00 kcal
11
Calories in Pie
257.00 kcal
33
310.00 kcal
16
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Tree fruit
Melon
Season
Autumn, Winter
All seasons
Varieties
Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis
Green Flesh, Yellow Rind and Orange Flesh
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Green, Yellow
Inside Color
Yellow
Light Green
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet
Sweet
Origin
Eastern United States
France
Grows on
Trees
Not Available
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6.5-7.5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny
Warm
Facts
Facts about
- It is said that formation of seeds inside the persimmon fruit shows what type of winter is coming(type of snow).
- There are about 2000 varieties of this fruit.
- The American persimmon has another name 'Possumwood'.
- The average weight of honeydew melon is 6 pounds.
- 90% of a honeydew is water.
- In middle east countries, dried and roasted honeydew seeds are consumed as snacks.
- Honeydew melons can be 15-22 mm long.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
No
Yes
Beer
No
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan
Brazil, Egypt, India, Iran, Mexico, Morocco, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Not Available
Top Exporter
United States of America
Not Available
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Diospyros virginiana
Cucumis melo
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Ericales
Cucurbitales
Family
Ebenaceae
Cucurbitaceae
Genus
Diospyros
Cucumis
Species
D. virginiana
C. melo
Generic Group
Not Available
Gourd
Difference Between American Persimmon and Honeydew
We might think that American Persimmon and Honeydew are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. American Persimmon and Honeydew Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between American Persimmon and Honeydew is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh American Persimmon and Honeydew with peel is 127.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 36.00 kcal respectively. Thus, American Persimmon and Honeydew belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of American Persimmon and Honeydew is Ericales and Cucurbitales respectively. American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Honeydew belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species and Honeydew belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
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