Health Benefits
Asthma treatment, Heart care, Prevents constipation, Treatment of skin Diseases
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Eye care, Helps in weight loss
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, 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, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Treatment of dandruff
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
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Stomach pain, Vomiting
Best Time to Eat
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
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
Autumn
Varieties
Zhong Hua, Jing Li, Ruan Zao, Mao Hua and Huang Yan
Early Black, Howes, Ben Lear and Stevens
Taste
Sour-Sweet, Tangy
Bitter, Tart
Origin
China
North America
Soil Type
Well-drained
Clay, Sandy, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Sunny
Warm
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.'
- Europeans thought the cranberry blossom looked like the head of a sandhill crane, hence the name Cranberry.
- They are also known as bounce berries as they bounce when they ripe.
- Cranberries do not grow in water.
Top Producer
Italy
United States of America
Other Countries
Chile, France, Greece, Iran, Japan, New Zealand, Portugal, Turkey, United States of America
Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Canada, Latvia, Macedonia, Romania, Tunisia, Ukraine
Top Importer
United States of America
Europe
Top Exporter
New Zealand
United States of America
Botanical Name
Actinidia deliciosa
Vaccinium Macrocarpon
Synonym
Actinidia deliciosa
Oxycoccus macrocarpus
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Dillenhidae
Family
Actinidiaceae
Ericaceae
Genus
Actinidia
Vaccinium
Species
A. deliciosa
Vaccinium macrocarpon
Difference Between Green Kiwi and Cranberry
We might think that Green Kiwi and Cranberry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Green Kiwi and Cranberry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Green Kiwi and Cranberry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Green Kiwi and Cranberry with peel is 61.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 61.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Green Kiwi and Cranberry 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 Cranberry is Ericales and Ericales respectively. Green Kiwi belongs to Actinidiaceae family and Cranberry belongs to Ericaceae family. Green Kiwi belongs to Actinidia genus of A. deliciosa species and Cranberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium macrocarpon species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.