Health Benefits
Anti depressant, Boosts immune system, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces stress
  
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
  
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 respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones
  
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion
  
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation
  
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
  
Regulates hair growth
  
Allergy
  
  
Allergy Symptoms
Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Nasal congestion, Red rash, Runny nose, Vomiting
  
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
  
Side Effects
Affects blood glucose levels, Nausea, Stomach pain
  
Kidney and gallbladder diseases
  
Recommeded for
  
  
Pregnant Women
Yes
  
Yes
  
Lactating Women
Yes
  
Yes
  
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)
  
Along with meal, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Sugar
Not Available
  
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
  
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
  
Lycopene
Not Available
  
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
  
Choline
Not Available
  
Minerals
  
  
Selenium
Not Available
  
Fatty Acids
  
  
Sterol
  
  
Phytosterol
Not Available
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
  
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
  
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
  
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Jam
130.00 kcal
  
35
Calories in Pie
Not Available
  
244.00 kcal
  
37
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
  
Berry
  
Season
Monsoon
  
All seasons
  
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)
  
Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady
  
Seedless Variety
No
  
Yes
  
Color
Green
  
Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White
  
Inside Color
Yellow
  
Creamy Yellow
  
Shape
Oval
  
Round
  
Texture
Tough
  
Fibrous
  
Taste
Creamy, Sweet
  
Creamy, Soft, Sweet
  
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
  
Mexico
  
Grows on
Not Available
  
Vines
  
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Clay
  
Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
  
Soil pH
5-6.5
  
5.5-7.5
  
Climatic Conditions
Hot, Humid
  
Warm to hot climate
  
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 name pumpkin has its roots in the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’.
- The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds.
- Pumpkins were once known for removing freckles & curing snake bites.
  
In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  
Wine
No
  
No
  
Beer
No
  
Yes
  
Spirits
No
  
Yes
  
Cocktails
No
  
Yes
  
Production
  
  
Top Producer
Thailand
  
China
  
Other Countries
Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines
  
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America
  
Top Importer
China
  
United States of America
  
Top Exporter
Thailand
  
China
  
Botanical Name
Durio zibethinus
  
Cucurbita maxima
  
Synonym
Lahia Hassk
  
Cucurbita pepo, Squash
  
Domain
Eukarya
  
Eukarya
  
Kingdom
Plantae
  
Plantae
  
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
  
Tracheobionta
  
Division
Magnoliophyta
  
Magnoliophyta
  
Class
Magnoliopsida
  
Magnoliopsida
  
Subclass
Dillenhidae
  
Dillenhidae
  
Order
Malvales
  
Cucurbitales
  
Family
Malvaceae
  
Cucurbitaceae
  
Genus
Durio
  
Cucurbita
  
Species
D. zibethinus
  
Cucurbita mixta
  
Generic Group
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Difference Between Durian and Pumpkin
We might think that Durian and Pumpkin are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Durian and Pumpkin Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Durian and Pumpkin is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Durian and Pumpkin with peel is Not Available and 26.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 147.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Durian and Pumpkin 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 Durian and Pumpkin is Malvales and Cucurbitales respectively. Durian belongs to Malvaceae family and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Durian belongs to Durio genus of D. zibethinus species and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.