Health Benefits
Anti-oxidant properties, Eye care, Helps in cartilage regeneration, Regulates Blood Sugar, Treatment of osteoarthritis
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Protects hair, Regulates hair growth
Prevents hair loss
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Itching, Sneezing, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
May interact with some drugs
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
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
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Season
Autumn
Spring, Summer
Varieties
No Types
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Color
Scarlet red
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
Orange
Brown
Shape
Oval
Curving Cylinder
Taste
Slightly bitter, Tart
Sour-Sweet
Soil Type
Well-drained
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Hot
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Facts about
- Study says a man named Li Qing Yuen used to eat goji berries daily and lived for 252 years.
- They are also known as wolfberries in India & China.
- This fruit is used for spiritual purposes at many places.
- 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.
Other Countries
Canada, France, India, United States of America
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
China
Thailand
Botanical Name
Lycium barbarum
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Wolfberry
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Unknown
Magnoliophyta
Subclass
Asteridae
Rosidae
Family
Solanaceae
Fabaceae
Species
L. barbarum
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Not Available
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Gojiberry and Tamarind
We might think that Gojiberry and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Gojiberry and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Gojiberry and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Gojiberry and Tamarind with peel is 32.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Gojiberry 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 Gojiberry and Tamarind is Solanales and Fabales respectively. Gojiberry belongs to Solanaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Gojiberry belongs to Lycium genus of L. barbarum species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.