Black cherry and Tamarind
Benefits
Health Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Helps body to rest and sleep, Lower blood pressure, Prevents diabetes, Prevents strokes, Reduces risk of heart disease
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Fights against infections, Fights Tooth Decay, Helps in weight loss, Relieves pain, Treatment of migraine
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Fairness, Hydrates skin, Prevents skin cancer, Skin repair, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Cure for hair loss, Increasing hair volume, Prevents hair loss, Strengthening of hair
Prevents hair loss
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Diarrhea, Hoarseness, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Pollen allergies, Sore eyes, Vomiting, Watery eyes, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
High doses of black cherry bark can be poisonous and even fatal.
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Not Available
No
Best Time to Eat
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
7.50 g
99+
62.50 g
4
Fiber
Not Available
5.10 g
10
Sugar
Not Available
57.40 g
3
Protein
0.40 g
99+
2.80 g
4
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.04
23
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
225.60 mcg
3
30.00 mcg
17
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Not Available
0.43 mg
1
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.10 mg
10
0.15 mg
4
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.40 mg
36
1.94 mg
2
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg
12
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
0.07 mg
26
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Not Available
3.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
0.10 mg
37
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
2.80 mcg
22
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
Not Available
8.60 mg
8
Fat
0.20 g
33
0.60 g
14
Minerals
Potassium
143.00 mg
99+
628.00 mg
4
Iron
0.20 mg
99+
2.80 mg
2
Sodium
6.90 mg
13
28.00 mg
2
Calcium
11.80 mg
30
74.00 mg
2
Magnesium
17.60 mg
16
92.00 mg
1
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
10.80 mg
36
113.00 mg
1
Manganese
0.10 mg
31
0.10 mg
31
Copper
0.10 mg
22
0.00 mg
99+
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
1.30 mcg
6
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
26.00 mg
23
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
27.00 mg
99+
0.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
12.00 mg
7
0.00 mg
16
Water Content
82.20 g
99+
82.00 g
99+
Ash
0.50 g
26
0.09 g
99+
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
239.00 kcal
2
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
187.00 kcal
1
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
128.00 kcal
37
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
Not Available
28.00 kcal
39
Calories in Jam
Not Available
254.00 kcal
17
Calories in Pie
Not Available
239.00 kcal
39
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Tropical
Season
Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
alabamensis, capuli , eximia and hirsuta
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Black
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
Maroon
Brown
Shape
Round
Curving Cylinder
Texture
Fleshy
Tough
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Sour-Sweet
Origin
North America
Africa
Grows on
Bushes
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Not Available
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-8
5.6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Facts
Facts about
- Black cherry is deciduous tree that belongs to the family of roses.
- Some foods made from Black Cherry fruit include jelly and wine.
- Inner bark of black cherry is used in the manufacture of cough syrup.
- Tamarind is used to prevent body odor.
- African children use the tamarind seeds in games.
- No cases of tamarind toxicity or allergy reported till date.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Turkey
India
Other Countries
Austria, Bulgaria, Chile, China, France, Greece, Iran, Italy, Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Spain, Syria, Ukraine, United States of America, Uzbekistan
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
France
United States of America
Top Exporter
Turkey
Thailand
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus Serotina
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
wild black cherry, rum cherry and mountain black cherry
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Rosales
Fabales
Family
Rosaceae
Fabaceae
Genus
Prunus
Tamarindus
Species
P. serotina
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Cherry
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Black cherry and Tamarind
We might think that Black cherry and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Black cherry and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Black cherry and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Black cherry and Tamarind with peel is 63.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Black cherry and Tamarind belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Black cherry and Tamarind is Rosales and Fabales respectively. Black cherry belongs to Rosaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Black cherry belongs to Prunus genus of P. serotina species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
