We might think that Coconut and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Coconut and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Coconut and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Coconut and Tamarind with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 354.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Coconut and Tamarind belong to High Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Coconut and Tamarind is Arecales and Fabales respectively. Coconut belongs to Arecaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Coconut belongs to Cocos genus of C. nucifera species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.