Clementine and Lemon
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate, Reduces stress
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Fainting, Runny nose, Skin rash, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
Yes
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, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
12.02 g
99+
9.30 g
99+
Fiber
1.70 g
29
2.80 g
22
Sugar
9.18 g
27
2.50 g
99+
Protein
0.85 g
33
1.10 g
21
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
18
0.12
14
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Not Available
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.09 mg
9
0.04 mg
24
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
30
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.64 mg
22
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.15 mg
99+
0.19 mg
34
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.08 mg
22
0.08 mg
20
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
24.00 mcg
10
11.00 mcg
24
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
48.80 mg
16
53.00 mg
15
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.20 mg
29
0.15 mg
33
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
11.00 mcg
30
Choline
14.00 mg
2
5.10 mg
24
Fat
0.15 g
38
0.30 g
28
Minerals
Potassium
177.00 mg
99+
138.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.14 mg
99+
0.60 mg
21
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
30.00 mg
14
26.00 mg
17
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
8.00 mg
27
Zinc
0.06 mg
27
0.06 mg
27
Phosphorus
21.00 mg
24
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.02 mg
99+
0.03 mg
99+
Copper
0.00 mg
99+
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
Not Available
26.00 mg
23
Omega 6s
Not Available
63.00 mg
28
Sterol
Water Content
86.58 g
30
88.98 g
15
Ash
0.40 g
33
0.30 g
38
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
47.00 kcal
16
29.00 kcal
24
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
22.00 kcal
27
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
267.00 kcal
25
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
21.00 kcal
25
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
22.00 kcal
99+
Calories in Jam
49.00 kcal
39
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
249.00 kcal
35
285.00 kcal
24
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Autumn
All seasons
Varieties
Clemenules or Nules and Nadorcott
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Orange
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Inside Color
Orange
Yellow
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Succulent
Succulent
Taste
Sweet, Tangy, Tart
Sour
Origin
China
China, India
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Well-drained
Well-drained
Soil pH
6-7
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm to hot climate
Hot, Sunny
Facts
Facts about
- Clementine was first grown at the citrus research center in USA in 1909.
- It is called as"Christmas orange" as it's limited growing season falls during winter.
- It's a hybrid between Mediterranean and Oranges.
- Oil extracted from lemon peels is used for fingerboard of guitars.
- During Renaissance, ladies used lemons to redden their lips.
- Aroms of lemon decreases the level of stress hormones.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Spain
China
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, Egypt, Italy, Japan, Morocco, Turkey, United States of America
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Spain
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus clementina
Citrus limon
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Rutaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Citrus
Citrus
Species
C. clementina
C. limon
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Clementine and Lemon
We might think that Clementine and Lemon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Clementine and Lemon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Clementine and Lemon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Clementine and Lemon with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 47.00 kcal and 29.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Clementine and Lemon 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 Clementine and Lemon is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Clementine belongs to Rutaceae family and Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family. Clementine belongs to Citrus genus of C. clementina species and Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
