Health Benefits
Asthma treatment, Heart care, Prevents constipation, Treatment of skin Diseases
Anti depressant, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate, Prevents constipation
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Eye care, Helps in weight loss
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, 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, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
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
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Allergic reaction
Best Time to Eat
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Season
Spring, Summer, Winter
Summer
Varieties
Zhong Hua, Jing Li, Ruan Zao, Mao Hua and Huang Yan
Pink Lemonade, Bluecrop, Bluejay, Blueray, Bonus, Duke, Elliott, Jersey, Nelson, Northland, Patriot, Sierra, Spartan, Northcountry, Northsky and Premier and Climax
Color
Brown, Green
Blue, Indigo
Inside Color
Green
Greyish-white
Taste
Sour-Sweet, Tangy
Sweet
Origin
China
North America
Soil Type
Well-drained
Porous, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Sunny
Cold
Facts about
- The name Kiwi is due to the resemblance with 'Kiwi' bird.
- Animals like monkeys and deer also consume Kiwifruit.
- Originated in china, this fruit is also called as 'Chinese gooseberry.'
- National blueberry month is July as blueberries are harvested in July.
- They are the official berries of Nova Scotia, Canada.
- Blueberries are used as natural food color and can protect you from memory loss.
Top Producer
Italy
United States of America
Other Countries
Chile, France, Greece, Iran, Japan, New Zealand, Portugal, Turkey, United States of America
Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Poland
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
New Zealand
Chile
Botanical Name
Actinidia deliciosa
Vaccinium myrtillus
Synonym
Actinidia deliciosa
Vaccinium corymbosum
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Dillenhidae
Family
Actinidiaceae
Ericaceae
Genus
Actinidia
Vaccinium
Species
A. deliciosa
V. myrtillus
Difference Between Green Kiwi and Blueberry
We might think that Green Kiwi and Blueberry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Green Kiwi and Blueberry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Green Kiwi and Blueberry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Green Kiwi and Blueberry with peel is 61.00 kcal and 57.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 61.00 kcal and 57.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Green Kiwi and Blueberry 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 Green Kiwi and Blueberry is Ericales and Ericales respectively. Green Kiwi belongs to Actinidiaceae family and Blueberry belongs to Ericaceae family. Green Kiwi belongs to Actinidia genus of A. deliciosa species and Blueberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of V. myrtillus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.