Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Regulates Blood Sugar, Ulcer prevention
  
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
  
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
  
Boosts respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones
  
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
  
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation
  
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
  
Regulates hair growth
  
Allergy
  
  
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, NA
  
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
  
Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Allergic reaction, Throat irritation, Throat swelling, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
  
Kidney and gallbladder diseases
  
Recommeded for
  
  
Pregnant Women
Yes
  
Yes
  
Lactating Women
Yes
  
Yes
  
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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
  
Along with meal, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Sugar
Not Available
  
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
  
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
  
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
  
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
  
Lycopene
Not Available
  
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
  
Choline
Not Available
  
Minerals
  
  
Zinc
Not Available
  
Manganese
Not Available
  
Copper
Not Available
  
Selenium
Not Available
  
Fatty Acids
  
  
Sterol
  
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
  
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
  
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Jam
120.00 kcal
  
36
130.00 kcal
  
35
Calories in Pie
300.00 kcal
  
18
244.00 kcal
  
37
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
  
Berry
  
Season
Monsoon, Summer
  
All seasons
  
Varieties
Ram Jarnun and Paras
  
Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady
  
Seedless Variety
No
  
Yes
  
Color
Black, Magenta, Purple
  
Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White
  
Inside Color
Purple
  
Creamy Yellow
  
Shape
Oval
  
Round
  
Texture
Juicy
  
Fibrous
  
Taste
Astringent, Sweet
  
Creamy, Soft, Sweet
  
Origin
Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka
  
Mexico
  
Grows on
Trees
  
Vines
  
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
  
Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
  
Soil pH
6.5-7.5
  
5.5-7.5
  
Climatic Conditions
Humid, Rainfall
  
Warm to hot climate
  
Facts about
- Wood of jambul tree is water-resistant wood & is used in railroads and to implement engines in the well.
- In Indian mythology, it is said that Jambul fruit was revered by Buddha.
- Jambul has a huge importance in Ayurveda.
  
- The name pumpkin has its roots in the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’.
- The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds.
- Pumpkins were once known for removing freckles & curing snake bites.
  
In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  
Wine
Yes
  
No
  
Beer
Yes
  
Yes
  
Spirits
No
  
Yes
  
Cocktails
Yes
  
Yes
  
Production
  
  
Top Producer
India
  
China
  
Other Countries
Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka
  
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America
  
Top Importer
Not Available
  
United States of America
  
Top Exporter
India
  
China
  
Botanical Name
Syzygium cumini
  
Cucurbita maxima
  
Synonym
Eugenia cumini
  
Cucurbita pepo, Squash
  
Domain
Eukarya
  
Eukarya
  
Kingdom
Plantae
  
Plantae
  
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
  
Tracheobionta
  
Division
Magnoliophyta
  
Magnoliophyta
  
Class
Magnoliopsida
  
Magnoliopsida
  
Subclass
Rosidae
  
Dillenhidae
  
Order
Myrtales
  
Cucurbitales
  
Family
Myrtaceae
  
Cucurbitaceae
  
Genus
Syzygium
  
Cucurbita
  
Species
S. cumini
  
Cucurbita mixta
  
Generic Group
Not Available
  
Not Available