Dragonfruit and Tamarind
Benefits
Health Benefits
Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-aging benefits, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Weight loss properties
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Helps in weight loss, Suppresses Arthritis
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Heals sunburn, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Treatment of colored hair
Prevents hair loss
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
NA
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
NA
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Not Available
No
Best Time to Eat
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
14.00 g
32
62.50 g
4
Fiber
1.00 g
36
5.10 g
10
Sugar
8.00 g
36
57.40 g
3
Protein
2.00 g
10
2.80 g
4
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.14
12
0.04
23
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Not Available
30.00 mcg
17
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
24
0.43 mg
1
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.15 mg
4
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.16 mg
99+
1.94 mg
2
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
0.07 mg
26
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.00 mg
99+
3.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
0.10 mg
37
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
2.80 mcg
22
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
Not Available
8.60 mg
8
Fat
0.40 g
21
0.60 g
14
Minerals
Potassium
Not Available
628.00 mg
4
Iron
0.65 mg
19
2.80 mg
2
Sodium
Not Available
28.00 mg
2
Calcium
8.80 mg
36
74.00 mg
2
Magnesium
Not Available
92.00 mg
1
Zinc
Not Available
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
36.10 mg
12
113.00 mg
1
Manganese
Not Available
0.10 mg
31
Copper
Not Available
0.00 mg
99+
Selenium
Not Available
1.30 mcg
6
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
Not Available
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
Not Available
0.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
0.00 mg
16
Water Content
87.00 g
27
82.00 g
99+
Ash
0.40 g
33
0.09 g
99+
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
60.00 kcal
18
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
239.00 kcal
2
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
187.00 kcal
1
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
128.00 kcal
37
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
28.00 kcal
39
Calories in Jam
150.00 kcal
33
254.00 kcal
17
Calories in Pie
Not Available
239.00 kcal
39
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Citrus, Fruit vegetable, Melon, Tree fruit, Tropical
Tropical
Season
Early fall, Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Selenicereus megalanthus and Hylocereus polyrhizus
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Magenta, Pink
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
White
Brown
Shape
Oval
Curving Cylinder
Texture
Fleshy
Tough
Taste
Bland
Sour-Sweet
Origin
Central America, Mexico
Africa
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
NA
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-7
5.6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
NA
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Facts
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.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
NA
India
Other Countries
NA
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
China
United States of America
Top Exporter
Vietnam
Thailand
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Hylocereus undatus
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Pitaya, Red Pitahaya, Night blooming Cereus, Strawberry Pear, Belle of the Night, Conderella plant
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
NA
Magnoliophyta
Class
Not Available
Liliopsida
Subclass
Liliidae
Rosidae
Order
Caryophyllales
Fabales
Family
Cactaceae
Fabaceae
Genus
Hylocereus
Tamarindus
Species
H. undatus
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Cactus
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Dragonfruit and Tamarind
We might think that Dragonfruit and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Dragonfruit and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Dragonfruit and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Dragonfruit and Tamarind with peel is 60.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Dragonfruit 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 Dragonfruit and Tamarind is Caryophyllales and Fabales respectively. Dragonfruit belongs to Cactaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Dragonfruit belongs to Hylocereus genus of H. undatus species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
