Health Benefits
Anti depressant, Boosts immune system, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces stress
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Strengthens bones
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy Symptoms
Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Nasal congestion, Red rash, Runny nose, Vomiting
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Affects blood glucose levels, Nausea, Stomach pain
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, 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
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Calories in Pie
Not Available
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Monsoon
Spring, Summer
Varieties
D24, D99 (Gob kecil), D123 (Chanee), D145 (Beserah), D158 (Gan Yau), D159 (Monthong), D169 (Tok Litok), D188, D189, D190, D163 (Hor Lor) and D164 (Ang Bak)
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Color
Green
Bright red, Pink red
Inside Color
Yellow
Greyish-white
Taste
Creamy, Sweet
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Grows on
Not Available
Trees
Soil Type
Clay
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Hot, Humid
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
Facts about
- 1 kg of durian contains 1350 calories which may cause weight gain.
- It may have a hyperthermic effect on the body, making you feel warmer.
- Study shows that durian has an ability to reduce infertility in men & women.
- 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.
Top Producer
Thailand
China
Other Countries
Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Top Importer
China
Hong Kong
Top Exporter
Thailand
China
Botanical Name
Durio zibethinus
Litchi chinensis
Synonym
Lahia Hassk
Nephelium litchi
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Malvales
Sapindales
Family
Malvaceae
Sapindaceae
Species
D. zibethinus
L. chinensis
Generic Group
Not Available
Soapberry
Difference Between Durian and Lychee
We might think that Durian and Lychee are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Durian and Lychee Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Durian and Lychee is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Durian and Lychee with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 147.00 kcal and 66.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Durian and Lychee belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Durian and Lychee is Malvales and Sapindales respectively. Durian belongs to Malvaceae family and Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family. Durian belongs to Durio genus of D. zibethinus species and Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.