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American Persimmon

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American Persimmon and Loquat

Benefits

Health Benefits

General Benefits

Skin Benefits

Hair Benefits

Allergy Symptoms

Side Effects

Pregnant Women

Lactating Women

Best Time to Eat

Nutrition

Serving Size

Carbs

Fiber

Sugar

Protein

Protein to Carb Ratio

Vitamin A (Retinol)

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

Lycopene

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

Choline

Fat

Potassium

Iron

Sodium

Calcium

Magnesium

Zinc

Phosphorus

Manganese

Copper

Selenium

Omega 3s

Omega 6s

Phytosterol

Water Content

Ash

Calories

Serving Size

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Calories in Frozen Form

Calories in Dried Form

Calories in Canned Form

Calories in Juice

Calories in Jam

Calories in Pie

Characteristics

Type

Season

Varieties

Seedless Variety

Color

Inside Color

Shape

Texture

Taste

Origin

Grows on

Soil Type

Soil pH

Climatic Conditions

Facts

Facts about

Wine

Beer

Spirits

Cocktails

Top Producer

Other Countries

Top Importer

Top Exporter

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Synonym

Classification

Domain

Kingdom

Subkingdom

Division

Class

Subclass

Order

Family

Genus

Species

Generic Group

 
Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation
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.
 
100 g
33.50 g
3.60 g
12.50 g
0.80 g
0.02
81.00 mcg
0.03 mg
0.01 mg
-
-
0.10 mg
8.00 mcg
66.00 mg
-
-
-
-
8.60 mg
0.40 g
310.00 mg
2.50 mg
1.00 mg
27.00 mg
9.00 mg
0.11 mg
26.00 mg
0.36 mg
0.11 mg
0.20 mcg
-
20.00 mg
16.00 mg
64.40 g
0.90 g
 
100 g
127.00 kcal
70.00 kcal
-
276.00 kcal
-
25.00 kcal
345.00 kcal
257.00 kcal
 
Berry, Tree fruit
Autumn, Winter
Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis
Orange, Red, Yellow
Yellow
Round
Juicy
Sweet
Eastern United States
Trees
Sandy loam, Well-drained
6.5-7.5
Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny
 
  • 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'.
China
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan
United States of America
United States of America
 
Diospyros virginiana
Diospyros virginiana
 
Eukarya
Plantae
Tracheobionta
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliopsida
Dillenhidae
Ericales
Ebenaceae
Diospyros
D. virginiana
-
 
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension, Reduces blood circulation problems, Reduces stress, Regulation of heart rate, Strengthening of bones
Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Protects hair
Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Sneezing, Swelling of face, Watery eyes
Allergic reaction
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
 
100 g
12.14 g
1.70 g
12.10 g
0.40 g
0.03
76.00 mcg
0.02 mg
0.02 mg
0.18 mg
-
0.10 mg
14.00 mcg
1.00 mg
0.40 mg
0.20 mcg
0.00 mcg
-
2.30 mg
0.20 g
266.00 mg
0.28 mg
1.00 mg
16.00 mg
13.00 mg
0.05 mg
27.00 mg
0.15 mg
0.04 mg
0.60 mcg
13.00 mg
77.00 mg
2.00 mg
86.73 g
0.50 g
 
100 g
47.00 kcal
47.00 kcal
47.00 kcal
266.00 kcal
67.00 kcal
47.00 kcal
200.00 kcal
250.00 kcal
 
Tree fruit, Tropical
Winter
Ahdar, Ahmar, Asfar, Blush, Champagne, Early Red, Eulalia, Fire Ball, Golden Red, Golden Yellow, Oliver, Thales, Thames Pride, Victor and Wolfe
Orange, Yellow
Orange
Oval
Juicy
Sweet, Tart
China
Trees
Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-drained
5.5-6.5
Warm to hot climate
 
  • Loquats are used in plum wine manufacturing.
  • Dried leaves of loquat are used to make herbal tea.
  • The seeds of loquat are slightly toxic & the symptoms of intoxication are nausea, vomiting & shortness of breath.
Japan
Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, Turkey
China
Spain
 
Eriobotrya japonica
Crataegus bibas or Mespilus japonica or Photinia japonica
 
Eukarya
Plantae
Tracheobionta
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliopsida
Rosidae
Rosales
Rosaceae
Eriobotrya
E. japonica
Rose

Difference Between American Persimmon and Loquat

We might think that American Persimmon and Loquat are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. American Persimmon and Loquat such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between American Persimmon and Loquat is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh American Persimmon and Loquat with peel is and and the amount of calories without peel is and respectively. Thus, American Persimmon and Loquat 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 Loquat is and respectively. American Persimmon belongs to family and Loquat belongs to family. American Persimmon belongs to genus of species and Loquat belongs to genus of species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.