Blueberry and American Persimmon
Benefits
Health Benefits
Anti depressant, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate, Prevents constipation
Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Side Effects
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Allergic reaction
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
Best Time to Eat
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)
Along with meal, 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.
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
14.49 g
29
33.50 g
5
Fiber
2.40 g
24
Not Available
Sugar
9.96 g
21
Not Available
Protein
0.74 g
39
0.80 g
37
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.02
26
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
Not Available
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
27
Not Available
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
22
Not Available
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
34
Not Available
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.12 mg
99+
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg
35
Not Available
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
6.00 mcg
29
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.70 mg
99+
66.00 mg
10
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.57 mg
17
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
19.30 mcg
4
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
80.00 mcg
17
Not Available
Choline
6.00 mg
20
Not Available
Fat
0.33 g
25
0.40 g
21
Minerals
Potassium
77.00 mg
99+
310.00 mg
19
Iron
0.28 mg
37
2.50 mg
3
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
27.00 mg
16
Magnesium
6.00 mg
29
Not Available
Zinc
0.16 mg
17
Not Available
Phosphorus
12.00 mg
34
26.00 mg
20
Manganese
0.34 mg
13
Not Available
Copper
0.06 mg
39
Not Available
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
58.00 mg
13
Not Available
Omega 6s
88.00 mg
22
Not Available
Sterol
Phytosterol
26.40 mg
5
Not Available
Water Content
84.21 g
39
64.40 g
99+
Ash
0.24 g
40
0.90 g
11
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
57.00 kcal
19
127.00 kcal
4
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
51.00 kcal
14
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
325.00 kcal
13
276.00 kcal
22
Calories in Canned Form
88.00 kcal
9
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
25.00 kcal
40
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
19
345.00 kcal
6
Calories in Pie
245.00 kcal
36
257.00 kcal
33
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Berry, Tree fruit
Season
Summer
Autumn, Winter
Varieties
Pink Lemonade, Bluecrop, Bluejay, Blueray, Bonus, Duke, Elliott, Jersey, Nelson, Northland, Patriot, Sierra, Spartan, Northcountry, Northsky and Premier and Climax
Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Blue, Indigo
Orange, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Yellow
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet
Sweet
Origin
North America
Eastern United States
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Porous, Well-drained
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
4.5-5.5
6.5-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny
Facts
Facts about
- National blueberry month is July as blueberries are harvested in July.
- They are the official berries of Nova Scotia, Canada.
- Blueberries are used as natural food color and can protect you from memory loss.
- It is said that formation of seeds inside the persimmon fruit shows what type of winter is coming(type of snow).
- There are about 2000 varieties of this fruit.
- The American persimmon has another name 'Possumwood'.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
No
Beer
Yes
No
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
United States of America
China
Other Countries
Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Poland
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Chile
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Vaccinium myrtillus
Diospyros virginiana
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Ericales
Ericales
Family
Ericaceae
Ebenaceae
Genus
Vaccinium
Diospyros
Species
V. myrtillus
D. virginiana
Generic Group
Heath
Not Available
Difference Between Blueberry and American Persimmon
We might think that Blueberry and American Persimmon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blueberry and American Persimmon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blueberry and American Persimmon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blueberry and American Persimmon with peel is 57.00 kcal and 127.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Blueberry and American Persimmon 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 Blueberry and American Persimmon is Ericales and Ericales respectively. Blueberry belongs to Ericaceae family and American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family. Blueberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of V. myrtillus species and American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
