Health Benefits
Asthma treatment, Heart care, Improves stomach health, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of skin Diseases
  
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
  
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Eye care, Helps in weight loss
  
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
  
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
  
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
  
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
  
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
  
Allergy
  
  
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
  
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
  
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
  
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
  
Recommeded for
  
  
Pregnant Women
Yes
  
Yes
  
Lactating Women
Yes
  
Yes
  
Best Time to Eat
Any time except an hour after meal
  
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
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Minerals
  
  
Fatty Acids
  
  
Sterol
  
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
  
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
  
Calories in Dried Form
352.00 kcal
  
10
277.00 kcal
  
21
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Jam
245.00 kcal
  
20
260.00 kcal
  
14
Calories in Pie
345.00 kcal
  
10
280.00 kcal
  
28
Type
Tropical
  
Tree fruit, Tropical
  
Season
Spring, Summer, Winter
  
Spring, Summer
  
Varieties
Qing Yuan #27, Qing Yuan #29, Qing Yuan #6 and Huang Yan
  
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
  
Seedless Variety
No
  
No
  
Color
Brown, Yellow
  
Bright red, Pink red
  
Inside Color
Yellow
  
Greyish-white
  
Shape
Oval
  
Oval
  
Texture
Succulent
  
Fleshy
  
Taste
Sweet
  
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
  
Origin
China
  
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
  
Grows on
Vines
  
Trees
  
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Well-drained
  
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
  
Soil pH
5-6.5
  
5.5-6.5
  
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Sunny
  
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
  
Facts about
- The name Kiwi is due to its resemblance with 'Kiwi' bird.
- This variety of Kiwi was developed by New Zealand, it is not fuzzy on the outside and it has a taste reminiscent of the mango fruit.
  
- 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.
  
In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  
Wine
Yes
  
Yes
  
Beer
Yes
  
Yes
  
Spirits
Yes
  
Yes
  
Cocktails
Yes
  
Yes
  
Production
  
  
Top Producer
Italy
  
China
  
Other Countries
Chile, France, Greece, Iran, Japan, New Zealand, Portugal, Turkey, United States of America
  
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
  
Top Importer
United States of America
  
Hong Kong
  
Top Exporter
New Zealand
  
China
  
Botanical Name
Actinidia chinensis
  
Litchi chinensis
  
Synonym
Not Available
  
Nephelium litchi
  
Domain
Eukarya
  
Eukarya
  
Kingdom
Plantae
  
Plantae
  
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
  
Tracheobionta
  
Division
Magnoliophyta
  
Magnoliophyta
  
Class
Magnoliopsida
  
Magnoliopsida
  
Subclass
Dillenhidae
  
Rosidae
  
Order
Ericales
  
Sapindales
  
Family
Actinidiaceae
  
Sapindaceae
  
Genus
Actinidia
  
Litchi
  
Species
A. chinensis
  
L. chinensis
  
Generic Group
Kiwi
  
Soapberry