Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate, Reduces stress, Treatment of dysentary, Treatment of skin Diseases
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair
Prevents hair loss
Allergy Symptoms
Facial muscle tension, Pressure in sinus, Respiratory congestion, Runny nose, Sneezing, Tingling sensation in wrist and face
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Best Time to Eat
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), 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., 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
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Calories in Pie
Not Available
Season
Spring, Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Prime Ark, Prime Jim, Illini Hardy, Kiowa, Shawnee, Apache, Arapaho, Chester, Hull, Natchez, Navaho and Triple Crown and Von
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Color
Purplish black
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
Magenta
Brown
Shape
Round
Curving Cylinder
Taste
Juicy, Sweet
Sour-Sweet
Origin
Asia, Europe, North America, South America
Africa
Soil Type
Well-drained
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Dry, Warm to hot climate
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Facts about
- There are around 2000 varieties of blackberries throughout the world.
- 80-85 degrees is the ideal temperature for its production.
- Leaves of blackberry tree are used to treat sore throats and mild inflammation of the gums.
- 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.
Top Producer
United States of America
India
Other Countries
China, New Zealand, Serbia, South Africa
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Mexico
Thailand
Botanical Name
Rubus Fruticosus
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Rubus Millspaughii or Rubus Laciniatus
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Species
Rubus fruticosus
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Rose
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Blackberry and Tamarind
We might think that Blackberry and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blackberry and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blackberry and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blackberry and Tamarind with peel is 43.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Blackberry and Tamarind belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Blackberry and Tamarind is Rosales and Fabales respectively. Blackberry belongs to Rosaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Blackberry belongs to Rubus genus of Rubus fruticosus species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.