Blackcurrant and Japanese Persimmon
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Diarrhea treatment, Gout treatment, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health, Muscle pain relief, Treatment of alzheimer's disease
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves eye vision, Weight loss properties
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures fever, Eye care, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Hair Benefits
Acts as moisturizer, Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
Diarrhoea, Might affect blood pressure level
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
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, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.40 g
24
18.59 g
15
Fiber
Not Available
3.60 g
17
Sugar
Not Available
12.53 g
14
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.58 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.09
16
0.03
25
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
12.00 mcg
25
81.00 mcg
7
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg
21
0.03 mg
31
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.30 mg
99+
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.40 mg
7
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
26
0.10 mg
15
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
8.00 mcg
27
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
181.00 mg
2
7.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.00 mg
9
0.73 mg
15
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
2.60 mcg
24
Lycopene
Not Available
159.00 mcg
6
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
834.00 mcg
1
Choline
Not Available
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.40 g
21
0.19 g
34
Minerals
Potassium
322.00 mg
15
161.00 mg
99+
Iron
1.54 mg
9
0.15 mg
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
55.00 mg
4
8.00 mg
37
Magnesium
24.00 mg
10
9.00 mg
26
Zinc
0.27 mg
11
0.11 mg
22
Phosphorus
59.00 mg
5
17.00 mg
28
Manganese
0.26 mg
18
0.36 mg
12
Copper
0.09 mg
25
0.11 mg
17
Selenium
Not Available
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
72.00 mg
11
4.00 mg
34
Omega 6s
107.00 mg
18
39.00 mg
38
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
4.00 mg
14
Water Content
81.96 g
99+
80.32 g
99+
Ash
0.86 g
12
0.33 g
36
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal
16
70.00 kcal
13
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
283.00 kcal
20
274.00 kcal
23
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
108.00 kcal
8
90.00 kcal
11
Calories in Jam
183.00 kcal
28
345.00 kcal
6
Calories in Pie
270.00 kcal
29
284.00 kcal
25
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Berry, Tree fruit
Season
Summer
Autumn, Winter
Varieties
Ben Sarek, Ben Lomond, Ben Hope, Ben Connan, Ben Avon, Ben Gairn, Ben Dorain, Ben Hope, Ben Sarek, Ben Tirran, Big Ben, Ebony, Foxendown, Titania and Ben Alder
Fuyu, Jiro, Gosho, Suruga, Hiratanenashi, Hachiya, Aizumishirazu, Yotsumizo, Yokono, Costata, Ormond and Tamopan
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Black
Orange, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Grey
Orange
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Tart
Sweet
Origin
Asia, Europe
Burma, China, India, Japan
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
6.5-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Moist
Can tolerate wide range of climates
Facts
Facts about
- The life of black currant plant is 20-30 years.
- Oil extracted from black currant seeds is used in production of skin care products.
- Black currant berries are major source of food for the birds.
- Unripe persimmons contain lots of tannin which is used to brew sake & to preserve wood in Japan.
- A small non-edible fruit of persimmon tree is crushed with water, the solution is painted on paper & used to repel mosquitoes.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Not Available
Beer
Yes
Not Available
Spirits
Yes
Not Available
Cocktails
Not Available
Not Available
Production
Top Producer
Russia
China
Other Countries
New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Israel, Italy, Japan, Pakistan
Top Importer
Not Available
United States of America
Top Exporter
Not Available
Japan
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes nigrum
Diospyros kaki
Synonym
R. nigrum forma chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. sibiricum or R. cyathiforme or R. olidum
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Saxifragales
Ericales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Ebenaceae
Genus
Ribes
Diospyros
Species
R. nigrum
D. kaki
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Not Available
Difference Between Blackcurrant and Japanese Persimmon
We might think that Blackcurrant and Japanese Persimmon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blackcurrant and Japanese Persimmon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blackcurrant and Japanese Persimmon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blackcurrant and Japanese Persimmon with peel is 63.00 kcal and 70.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Blackcurrant and Japanese Persimmon belong to Low Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Blackcurrant and Japanese Persimmon is Saxifragales and Ericales respectively. Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Japanese Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family. Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species and Japanese Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. kaki species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
