Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
Increases metabolic rate, Lower blood pressure, Protects against kidney stone formation
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Gives you energy
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Skin cleansing
Hair Benefits
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
NA
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
NA
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation
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 A (Retinol)
Not Available
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Not Available
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Not Available
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
Not Available
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
Phytosterol
Not Available
Water Content
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Pie
Not Available
Type
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Citrus
Varieties
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
NA
Color
Dark green
Orange, Yellow
Inside Color
White
Creamy Yellow
Origin
Mexico, Central America
Jamaica
Soil Type
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Loamy
Climatic Conditions
Humid, Without frosts
Warm
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.
- The name is derived from the word "ugly" refering to the it's unpleasant appearance, with rough, wrinkled, greenish-yellow rind, wrapped loosely around the orange pulpy citrus inside.
Top Producer
Mexico
Jamaica
Other Countries
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
NA, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Europe
Top Exporter
Mexico
Jamaica
Botanical Name
Persea Americana
Citrus reticulata × Citrus paradisi
Synonym
Persea Gratissima
Tangelo, citrus tangelo
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
NA
Class
Magnoliopsida
Unknown
Subclass
Magnollidae
Rosidae
Order
Laurales
Sapindales
Family
Lauraceae
Rutaceae
Species
P. Americana
C. reticulata × paradisi
Generic Group
Laurel
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Avocado and Ugli fruit
We might think that Avocado and Ugli fruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Avocado and Ugli fruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Avocado and Ugli fruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Avocado and Ugli fruit with peel is 160.00 kcal and 45.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Avocado and Ugli fruit belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Avocado and Ugli fruit is Laurales and Sapindales respectively. Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family and Ugli fruit belongs to Rutaceae family. Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species and Ugli fruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata × paradisi species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.