Fig and Japanese Persimmon
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves eye vision, Weight loss properties
General Benefits
Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Diarrhoea, Might affect blood pressure level
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
Best Time to Eat
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
19.20 g
13
18.59 g
15
Fiber
2.90 g
21
3.60 g
17
Sugar
16.30 g
5
12.53 g
14
Protein
0.80 g
37
0.58 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.04
24
0.03
25
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
7.00 mcg
29
81.00 mcg
7
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.06 mg
15
0.03 mg
31
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.40 mg
36
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg
12
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.11 mg
12
0.10 mg
15
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
6.00 mcg
29
8.00 mcg
27
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.00 mg
99+
7.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.11 mg
36
0.73 mg
15
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
4.70 mcg
15
2.60 mcg
24
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
159.00 mcg
6
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
9.00 mcg
32
834.00 mcg
1
Choline
4.70 mg
26
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.30 g
28
0.19 g
34
Minerals
Potassium
232.00 mg
30
161.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.37 mg
30
0.15 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
35.00 mg
11
8.00 mg
37
Magnesium
17.00 mg
17
9.00 mg
26
Zinc
0.15 mg
18
0.11 mg
22
Phosphorus
14.00 mg
32
17.00 mg
28
Manganese
0.13 mg
25
0.36 mg
12
Copper
0.07 mg
32
0.11 mg
17
Selenium
0.20 mcg
15
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
4.00 mg
34
Omega 6s
144.00 mg
14
39.00 mg
38
Sterol
Phytosterol
31.00 mg
4
4.00 mg
14
Water Content
79.11 g
99+
80.32 g
99+
Ash
0.66 g
17
0.33 g
36
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
74.00 kcal
10
70.00 kcal
13
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
71.42 kcal
9
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
249.00 kcal
30
274.00 kcal
23
Calories in Canned Form
69.00 kcal
15
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
65.00 kcal
19
90.00 kcal
11
Calories in Jam
360.00 kcal
5
345.00 kcal
6
Calories in Pie
450.00 kcal
1
284.00 kcal
25
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Berry, Tree fruit
Season
Summer, Winter
Autumn, Winter
Varieties
Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig
Fuyu, Jiro, Gosho, Suruga, Hiratanenashi, Hachiya, Aizumishirazu, Yotsumizo, Yokono, Costata, Ormond and Tamopan
Seedless Variety
Yes
Yes
Color
Green, Purple, Red
Orange, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Pink
Orange
Shape
Conical
Round
Texture
Fleshy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet
Sweet
Origin
Western Asia
Burma, China, India, Japan
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5-7
6.5-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Dry, Warm
Can tolerate wide range of climates
Facts
Facts about
- Fig tree is considered as a symbol of abundance, fertility and sweetness.
- The fig is made up of 55% of natural sugar so they are the sweetest fruits.
- Figs are used as a fat substitute in recipes.
- Unripe persimmons contain lots of tannin which is used to brew sake & to preserve wood in Japan.
- A small non-edible fruit of persimmon tree is crushed with water, the solution is painted on paper & used to repel mosquitoes.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Not Available
Beer
Yes
Not Available
Spirits
Yes
Not Available
Cocktails
Yes
Not Available
Production
Top Producer
Turkey
China
Other Countries
Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Israel, Italy, Japan, Pakistan
Top Importer
France
United States of America
Top Exporter
Turkey
Japan
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ficus carica
Diospyros kaki
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Alismidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Rosales
Ericales
Family
Moraceae
Ebenaceae
Genus
Ficus
Diospyros
Species
Ficus carica
D. kaki
Generic Group
Mulberry
Not Available
Difference Between Fig and Japanese Persimmon
We might think that Fig and Japanese Persimmon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Fig and Japanese Persimmon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Fig and Japanese Persimmon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Fig and Japanese Persimmon with peel is 74.00 kcal and 70.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Fig and Japanese Persimmon 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 Fig and Japanese Persimmon is Rosales and Ericales respectively. Fig belongs to Moraceae family and Japanese Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family. Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species and Japanese Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. kaki species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
