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 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
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
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
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Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Calories in Frozen Form
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Calories in Canned Form
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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
Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White
Origin
Eastern United States
Southern Africa
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Sandy, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny
Dry, 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'.
- 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.
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
Botanical Name
Diospyros virginiana
Citrullus Lanatus
Synonym
Diospyros virginiana
Citrullus vulgaris
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
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.