Health Benefits
Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Lower blood pressure, Prevents constipation, Prevents diabetes, Strengthening of bones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
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, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Fainting, Runny nose, Skin rash, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation
Abdominal cramps, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
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
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Not Available
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Not Available
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Not Available
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
Not Available
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Type
Berry, Tree fruit
Citrus
Season
Autumn, Winter
Winter
Varieties
Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis
Sweet Orange - Persian orange, Navel orange, Valencia orange and Blood orange. Sour Orange - Seville orange, Bergamot orange, Chinotto orange and Daidai.
Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Orange
Inside Color
Yellow
Orange
Origin
Eastern United States
South-Eastern Asia
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam, Sandy loam
Climatic Conditions
Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny
Hot
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'.
- There are around 600 varieties of oranges available worldwide.
- More than 1 plant can grow from a single orange seed.
- Orange and orange blossoms are a symbol of love.
- Orange tree is usually propagated by grafting.
Top Producer
China
Brazil
Other Countries
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan
China, Egypt, India, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Germany
Top Exporter
United States of America
Spain
Botanical Name
Diospyros virginiana
Citrus sinensis
Synonym
Not Available
Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Ericales
Sapindales
Family
Ebenaceae
Rutaceae
Species
D. virginiana
C. × sinensis
Generic Group
Not Available
Citrus fruit
Difference Between American Persimmon and Orange
We might think that American Persimmon and Orange are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. American Persimmon and Orange Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between American Persimmon and Orange is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh American Persimmon and Orange with peel is 127.00 kcal and 63.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 47.00 kcal respectively. Thus, American Persimmon and Orange 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 Orange is Ericales and Sapindales respectively. American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Orange belongs to Rutaceae family. American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species and Orange belongs to Citrus genus of C. × sinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.