Health Benefits
Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension, Reduces blood circulation problems, Reduces stress, Regulation of heart rate, Strengthening of bones
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, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Sneezing, Swelling of face, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
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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.
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Type
Berry, Tree fruit
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Autumn, Winter
Winter
Varieties
Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis
Ahdar, Ahmar, Asfar, Blush, Champagne, Early Red, Eulalia, Fire Ball, Golden Red, Golden Yellow, Oliver, Thales, Thames Pride, Victor and Wolfe
Seedless Variety
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Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Orange, Yellow
Inside Color
Yellow
Orange
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet
Sweet, Tart
Origin
Eastern United States
China
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Sand, 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
Warm to hot climate
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'.
- 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.
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
Japan
Other Countries
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan
Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, Turkey
Top Importer
United States of America
China
Top Exporter
United States of America
Spain