Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of alzheimer's disease
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
Prevents hair loss
Allergy Symptoms
NA
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Best Time to Eat
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 Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Season
Spring, Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Thorn and Thornless
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Color
Black, Purple, Purplish black
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
Magenta
Brown
Shape
Round
Curving Cylinder
Soil Type
NA
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
NA
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Facts about
NA
- 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.
Other Countries
NA
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
China
United States of America
Top Exporter
New Zealand
Thailand
Botanical Name
Rubus ursinus x idaeus
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Not Available
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Species
R. ursinus x idaeus
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Rose
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Boysenberry and Tamarind
We might think that Boysenberry and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Boysenberry and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Boysenberry and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Boysenberry and Tamarind with peel is 50.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Boysenberry 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 Boysenberry and Tamarind is Rosales and Fabales respectively. Boysenberry belongs to Rosaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Boysenberry belongs to Rubus genus of R. ursinus x idaeus species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.