Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Diarrhea treatment
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Anti-inflammatory properties, Digestive aid
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Treatment of acne, Treats minor cuts
Hair Benefits
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
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Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
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Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
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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, Don't eat after meal
As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Calories in Canned Form
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Type
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Tropical
Varieties
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Button Mangosteen and Lemondrop Mangosteen
Origin
Mexico, Central America
Moluccas of Indonesia, Sunda Islands
Soil Type
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
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Climatic Conditions
Humid, Without frosts
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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.
Purple Mangosteen is often referred to as the 'Queen of Fruits'.
Other Countries
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
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Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Mexico
Thailand
Botanical Name
Persea Americana
Garcinia mangostana
Synonym
Persea Gratissima
Garcinia mangostana
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Subclass
Magnollidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Laurales
Malpighiales
Family
Lauraceae
Clusiaceae
Species
P. Americana
G. mangostana
Difference Between Avocado and Purple Mangosteen
We might think that Avocado and Purple Mangosteen are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Avocado and Purple Mangosteen Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Avocado and Purple Mangosteen is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Avocado and Purple Mangosteen with peel is 160.00 kcal and 63.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 160.00 kcal and 73.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Avocado and Purple Mangosteen 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 Avocado and Purple Mangosteen is Laurales and Malpighiales respectively. Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family and Purple Mangosteen belongs to Clusiaceae family. Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species and Purple Mangosteen belongs to Garcinia genus of G. mangostana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.