American Persimmon

Lychee

American Persimmon and Lychee

American Persimmon

Lychee

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Benefits

Health Benefits

Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes

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

Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles

Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation

Hair Benefits

Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation

Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes

Side Effects

Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation

May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

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Lactating Women

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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), Strictly avoid empty stomach

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

33.50 g16.53 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

3.60 g1.30 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

12.50 g15.23 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.80 g0.83 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.020.05

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

81.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.01 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.01 mg0.07 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

-0.60 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

-0.00 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.10 mg0.10 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

8.00 mcg14.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

66.00 mg71.50 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

-0.07 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

-0.40 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

-0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

-0.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

8.60 mg7.10 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.40 g0.44 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

310.00 mg171.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

2.50 mg0.13 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

1.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

27.00 mg5.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

9.00 mg10.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.11 mg0.07 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

26.00 mg31.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.36 mg0.06 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.11 mg0.15 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.20 mcg0.60 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

-65.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

20.00 mg67.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

16.00 mg8.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

64.40 g81.76 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.90 g0.44 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

127.00 kcal66.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

70.00 kcal66.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

-77.73 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

276.00 kcal277.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

-91.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

25.00 kcal50.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

345.00 kcal260.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

257.00 kcal280.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Berry, Tree fruit

Tree fruit, Tropical

Season

Autumn, Winter

Spring, Summer

Varieties

Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis

Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal

Seedless Variety

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Color

Orange, Red, Yellow

Bright red, Pink red

Inside Color

Yellow

Greyish-white

Shape

Round

Oval

Texture

Juicy

Fleshy

Taste

Sweet

Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet

Origin

Eastern United States

China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Sandy loam, Well-drained

Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

6.5-7.55.5-6.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny

Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts

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 seed of Lychee fruit is toxic & can adversely affect the digestive system.
This fruit gives a smoky flavor when eaten dried.
This fruit is a symbol of love and romance in China.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

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Beer

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Spirits

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Cocktails

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Production

Top Producer

China

Other Countries

Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan

Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America

Hong Kong

Top Exporter

United States of America

China

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Diospyros virginiana

Litchi chinensis

Synonym

Diospyros virginiana

Nephelium litchi

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Dillenhidae

Rosidae

Order

Ericales

Sapindales

Family

Ebenaceae

Sapindaceae

Genus

Diospyros

Litchi

Species

D. virginiana

L. chinensis

Generic Group

Soapberry

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Difference Between American Persimmon and Lychee

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh American Persimmon and Lychee with peel is 127.00 kcal and 66.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 70.00 kcal and 66.00 kcal respectively. Thus, American Persimmon and Lychee 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 Lychee is Ericales and Sapindales respectively. American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family. American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species and Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.