Health Benefits
Asthma treatment, Heart care, Prevents constipation, Treatment of skin Diseases
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Eye care, Helps in weight loss
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, 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
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
Best Time to Eat
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
Along with meal, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., 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
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Type
Tropical
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Spring, Summer, Winter
All seasons
Varieties
Zhong Hua, Jing Li, Ruan Zao, Mao Hua and Huang Yan
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Color
Brown, Green
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Inside Color
Green
Yellow
Texture
Succulent
Succulent
Taste
Sour-Sweet, Tangy
Sour
Origin
China
China, India
Soil Type
Well-drained
Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Sunny
Hot, Sunny
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.'
- Oil extracted from lemon peels is used for fingerboard of guitars.
- During Renaissance, ladies used lemons to redden their lips.
- Aroms of lemon decreases the level of stress hormones.
Other Countries
Chile, France, Greece, Iran, Japan, New Zealand, Portugal, Turkey, United States of America
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
New Zealand
Mexico
Botanical Name
Actinidia deliciosa
Citrus limon
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Ericales
Sapindales
Family
Actinidiaceae
Rutaceae
Species
A. deliciosa
C. limon
Generic Group
Kiwi
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Green Kiwi and Lemon
We might think that Green Kiwi and Lemon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Green Kiwi and Lemon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Green Kiwi and Lemon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Green Kiwi and Lemon with peel is 61.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 29.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Green Kiwi and Lemon belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Green Kiwi and Lemon is Ericales and Sapindales respectively. Green Kiwi belongs to Actinidiaceae family and Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family. Green Kiwi belongs to Actinidia genus of A. deliciosa species and Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.