Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
  
Anti depressant, Boosts immune system, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces stress
  
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
  
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Strengthens bones
  
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
  
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion
  
Hair Benefits
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
  
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
  
Allergy
  
  
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
  
Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Nasal congestion, Red rash, Runny nose, Vomiting
  
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
  
Affects blood glucose levels, Nausea, Stomach pain
  
Recommeded for
  
  
Pregnant Women
Yes
  
Yes
  
Lactating Women
Yes
  
Yes
  
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, 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)
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Sugar
Not Available
  
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
  
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
  
Lycopene
Not Available
  
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
  
Choline
Not Available
  
Minerals
  
  
Selenium
Not Available
  
Fatty Acids
  
  
Sterol
  
  
Phytosterol
Not Available
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
  
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Jam
222.00 kcal
  
23
Calories in Pie
288.00 kcal
  
23
Not Available
  
Type
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
  
Tree fruit, Tropical
  
Season
Summer
  
Monsoon
  
Varieties
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
  
D24, D99 (Gob kecil), D123 (Chanee), D145 (Beserah), D158 (Gan Yau), D159 (Monthong), D169 (Tok Litok), D188, D189, D190, D163 (Hor Lor) and D164 (Ang Bak)
  
Seedless Variety
No
  
No
  
Color
Dark green
  
Green
  
Inside Color
White
  
Yellow
  
Shape
Oval
  
Oval
  
Texture
Juicy
  
Tough
  
Taste
Buttery
  
Creamy, Sweet
  
Origin
Mexico, Central America
  
South-Eastern Asia
  
Grows on
Trees
  
Not Available
  
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
  
Clay
  
Soil pH
6-6.5
  
5-6.5
  
Climatic Conditions
Humid, Without frosts
  
Hot, Humid
  
Facts about
- The oldest living avocado tree is found in University of California and was planted in 1879.
- Avocados can be swapped for butter in Baked Goods Recipes.
- Avocado ripens more quickly with a banana or an apple around.
  
- 1 kg of durian contains 1350 calories which may cause weight gain.
- It may have a hyperthermic effect on the body, making you feel warmer.
- Study shows that durian has an ability to reduce infertility in men & women.
  
In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  
Wine
Yes
  
No
  
Beer
Yes
  
No
  
Spirits
Yes
  
No
  
Cocktails
Yes
  
No
  
Production
  
  
Top Producer
Mexico
  
Thailand
  
Other Countries
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
  
Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines
  
Top Importer
United States of America
  
China
  
Top Exporter
Mexico
  
Thailand
  
Botanical Name
Persea Americana
  
Durio zibethinus
  
Synonym
Persea Gratissima
  
Lahia Hassk
  
Domain
Eukarya
  
Eukarya
  
Kingdom
Plantae
  
Plantae
  
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
  
Tracheobionta
  
Division
Magnoliophyta
  
Magnoliophyta
  
Class
Magnoliopsida
  
Magnoliopsida
  
Subclass
Magnollidae
  
Dillenhidae
  
Order
Laurales
  
Malvales
  
Family
Lauraceae
  
Malvaceae
  
Genus
Persea
  
Durio
  
Species
P. Americana
  
D. zibethinus
  
Generic Group
Laurel
  
Not Available