Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Diarrhea treatment, Prevents constipation, Scurvy treatment, Treatment of dysentary
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Controls blood pressure, Cures cough, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Prevents hair loss
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
Hair thinning, Nail thinning, Skin problems, Tooth decay, Weakness, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Best Time to Eat
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)
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)
Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Tropical
Season
All seasons
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Lucknow 49, Allahabad Safeda, Chittidar, Harijha, Apple guava, Hafshi, Arka Mridula and Allahabad Surkha
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Color
Green, Pink, Yellow
Brown, Reddish-brown
Shape
Round
Curving Cylinder
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Sour-Sweet
Origin
Central America, Mexico, South America
Africa
Soil Type
Loam, Rocky, Sandy
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Sunny
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Facts about
- The black pigment in Guava leaves is used for textile applications.
- Guava leaves are used to make tea.
- Oils extracted from guava seeds are used in various cosmetics.
- Guava wood is used for decorative purposes.
- 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
China, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
Canada
United States of America
Top Exporter
India
Thailand
Botanical Name
Psidium guajava
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Not Available
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Family
Myrtaceae
Fabaceae
Species
Psidium guajava
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Myrtle
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Guava and Tamarind
We might think that Guava and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Guava and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Guava and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Guava and Tamarind with peel is 68.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Guava 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 Guava and Tamarind is Myrtales and Fabales respectively. Guava belongs to Myrtaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Guava belongs to Psidium genus of Psidium guajava species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.