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American Persimmon and Watermelon

Benefits

Health Benefits

Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Asthma treatment, Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation

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
Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Skin Benefits

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

Hair Benefits

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

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes

Side Effects

Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation
Allergic reaction, Bloating, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Intestinal gas, Nausea, Vomiting

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Lactating Women

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., Strictly avoid empty stomach

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g
100 g

Carbs

33.50 g7.55 g
1 79.18
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Fiber

3.60 g0.40 g
0 10.4
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Sugar

12.50 g6.20 g
0 63.35
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Protein

0.80 g0.61 g
0.3 14.07
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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.020.08
0.02 0.52
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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

81.00 mcg28.00 mcg
0 681
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.03 mg
0 0.428
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.01 mg0.02 mg
0 1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

-0.18 mg
0 2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

-0.22 mg
0 1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.10 mg0.05 mg
0 0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

8.00 mcg3.00 mcg
0 81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

66.00 mg8.10 mg
0 228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

-0.05 mg
0 3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

-0.10 mcg
0 40.3
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Lycopene

-4,532.00 mcg
0 5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

-8.00 mcg
0 834
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Choline

8.60 mg4.10 mg
0 19.2
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Fat

0.40 g0.15 g
0 33.49
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Minerals

Potassium

310.00 mg112.00 mg
42 840
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Iron

2.50 mg0.24 mg
0.06 9
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Sodium

1.00 mg1.00 mg
0 1556
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Calcium

27.00 mg7.00 mg
1 100
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Magnesium

9.00 mg10.00 mg
0 92
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Zinc

0.11 mg0.10 mg
0 2.7
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Phosphorus

26.00 mg11.00 mg
0 113
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Manganese

0.36 mg0.04 mg
0 3.3
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Copper

0.11 mg0.04 mg
0 2
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Selenium

0.20 mcg0.40 mcg
0 63.7
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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

-0.00 mg
0 318
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Omega 6s

20.00 mg50.00 mg
0 1689
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Sterol

Phytosterol

16.00 mg2.00 mg
0 87
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Water Content

64.40 g91.45 g
0 95.23
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Ash

0.90 g0.25 g
0 87.1
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Calories

Serving Size

100 g
100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

127.00 kcal30.00 kcal
15 354
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

70.00 kcal30.00 kcal
12 354
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Calories in Frozen Form

-30.00 kcal
0 354
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Calories in Dried Form

276.00 kcal340.00 kcal
16 747
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Calories in Canned Form

-30.00 kcal
15 443
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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

25.00 kcal30.00 kcal
16 461
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Calories in Jam

345.00 kcal252.00 kcal
49 420
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Calories in Pie

257.00 kcal150.00 kcal
80 450
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Characteristics

Type

Berry, Tree fruit
Berry, Melon

Season

Autumn, Winter
Summer

Varieties

Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis
Sugar Baby, Sangria, Golden Midget, Starlight, Jubilee, Starbrite, Extazy, Stars 'n' Stripes, Mickylee, Yellow Baby, Yellow Doll, Little Baby Flower, Sweet Favorite and Cream of Saskatchewan

Seedless Variety

Color

Orange, Red, Yellow
Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White

Inside Color

Yellow
Red

Shape

Round
Round

Texture

Juicy
Crispy

Taste

Sweet
Sweet

Origin

Eastern United States
Southern Africa

Grows on

Trees
Vines

Cultivation

Soil Type

Sandy loam, Well-drained
Sandy, Well-drained

Soil pH

6.5-7.56-6.8
3.5 10
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Climatic Conditions

Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny
Dry, Hot

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'.
  • Watermelon contain 91% of water.
  • In Japan & Chine, watermelon is a popular gift to bring a host.
  • Entire watermelon is edible, even the rinds & seeds.
  • There are more than 1200 varieties grown in the world.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Beer

Spirits

Cocktails

Production

Top Producer

China
China

Other Countries

Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan
Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America
Germany

Top Exporter

United States of America
China

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Diospyros virginiana
Citrullus Lanatus

Synonym

Diospyros virginiana
Citrullus vulgaris

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
Citrullus

Species

D. virginiana
C. lanatus

Generic Group

-
Gourd

Difference Between American Persimmon and Watermelon

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh American Persimmon and Watermelon with peel is 127.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 70.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, American Persimmon and Watermelon 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 Watermelon is Ericales and Cucurbitales respectively. American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Watermelon belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species and Watermelon belongs to Citrullus genus of C. lanatus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.