Clementine and Lychee
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate, Reduces stress
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
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
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
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)
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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
12.02 g
99+
16.53 g
19
Fiber
1.70 g
29
1.30 g
33
Sugar
9.18 g
27
15.23 g
8
Protein
0.85 g
33
0.83 g
35
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
18
0.05
22
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Not Available
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.09 mg
9
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
30
0.07 mg
14
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.64 mg
22
0.60 mg
24
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.15 mg
99+
0.00 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.08 mg
22
0.10 mg
15
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
24.00 mcg
10
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
48.80 mg
16
71.50 mg
7
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.20 mg
29
0.07 mg
38
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
0.40 mcg
33
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
14.00 mg
2
7.10 mg
14
Fat
0.15 g
38
0.44 g
20
Minerals
Potassium
177.00 mg
99+
171.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.14 mg
99+
0.13 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
30.00 mg
14
5.00 mg
99+
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.06 mg
27
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
21.00 mg
24
31.00 mg
16
Manganese
0.02 mg
99+
0.06 mg
99+
Copper
0.00 mg
99+
0.15 mg
11
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
Not Available
65.00 mg
12
Omega 6s
Not Available
67.00 mg
27
Sterol
Water Content
86.58 g
30
81.76 g
99+
Ash
0.40 g
33
0.44 g
30
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
66.00 kcal
10
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
77.73 kcal
8
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
277.00 kcal
21
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
91.00 kcal
8
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
50.00 kcal
30
Calories in Jam
49.00 kcal
39
260.00 kcal
14
Calories in Pie
249.00 kcal
35
280.00 kcal
28
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Autumn
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Clemenules or Nules and Nadorcott
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Orange
Bright red, Pink red
Inside Color
Orange
Greyish-white
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Succulent
Fleshy
Taste
Sweet, Tangy, Tart
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Origin
China
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Well-drained
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-7
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm to hot climate
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
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.
- The seed of Lychee fruit is toxic & can adversely affect the digestive system.
- This fruit gives a smoky flavor when eaten dried.
- This fruit is a symbol of love and romance in China.
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
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Hong Kong
Top Exporter
Spain
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus clementina
Litchi chinensis
Synonym
Not Available
Nephelium litchi
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Rutaceae
Sapindaceae
Genus
Citrus
Litchi
Species
C. clementina
L. chinensis
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Soapberry
Difference Between Clementine and Lychee
We might think that Clementine and Lychee are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Clementine and Lychee Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Clementine and Lychee is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Clementine and Lychee with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 47.00 kcal and 66.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Clementine and Lychee 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 Lychee is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Clementine belongs to Rutaceae family and Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family. Clementine belongs to Citrus genus of C. clementina species and Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
