Japanese Persimmon and Cucumber
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves eye vision, Weight loss properties
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Eczema treatment, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Removes toxic metals, Treatment of alzheimer's disease
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Strengthens bones, Treatment of sore eyes
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Shiny hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Itching, Red rash, Runny nose, Sneezing, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Might affect blood pressure level
Stressed heart, Irritation, Swelling, Swelling around mouth, Throat swelling, Tongue swelling, Strained blood vessels
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
Not Available
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
18.59 g
15
3.63 g
99+
Fiber
3.60 g
17
0.50 g
40
Sugar
12.53 g
14
1.67 g
99+
Protein
0.58 g
99+
0.65 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.19
8
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
81.00 mcg
7
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
31
0.03 mg
34
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.03 mg
27
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
0.26 mg
20
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg
15
0.04 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
7.00 mcg
28
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
7.50 mg
99+
2.80 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.73 mg
15
0.03 mg
40
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.60 mcg
24
16.40 mcg
5
Lycopene
159.00 mcg
6
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
834.00 mcg
1
23.00 mcg
28
Choline
7.60 mg
13
6.00 mg
20
Fat
0.19 g
34
0.11 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
161.00 mg
99+
147.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.15 mg
99+
0.28 mg
37
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
8.00 mg
37
16.00 mg
25
Magnesium
9.00 mg
26
13.00 mg
22
Zinc
0.11 mg
22
0.20 mg
14
Phosphorus
17.00 mg
28
24.00 mg
21
Manganese
0.36 mg
12
0.08 mg
35
Copper
0.11 mg
17
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.30 mcg
14
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
4.00 mg
34
5.00 mg
33
Omega 6s
39.00 mg
38
28.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
4.00 mg
14
7.30 mg
11
Water Content
80.32 g
99+
95.23 g
1
Ash
0.33 g
36
0.38 g
34
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
70.00 kcal
13
15.00 kcal
99+
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
12.00 kcal
25
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
274.00 kcal
23
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
90.00 kcal
11
Not Available
Calories in Jam
345.00 kcal
6
Not Available
Calories in Pie
284.00 kcal
25
Not Available
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Tree fruit
Fruit vegetable, Melon
Season
Autumn, Winter
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Fuyu, Jiro, Gosho, Suruga, Hiratanenashi, Hachiya, Aizumishirazu, Yotsumizo, Yokono, Costata, Ormond and Tamopan
Armenian, English, Garden, Kirby, Lemon and Persian
Seedless Variety
Yes
Yes
Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Dark green, Green
Inside Color
Orange
White
Shape
Round
Cylindrical
Texture
Juicy
Crunchy
Taste
Sweet
Juicy, Watery
Origin
Burma, China, India, Japan
India
Grows on
Trees
Vines
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam
Soil pH
6.5-7.5
6-6.8
Climatic Conditions
Can tolerate wide range of climates
Warm
Facts
Facts about
- Unripe persimmons contain lots of tannin which is used to brew sake & to preserve wood in Japan.
- A small non-edible fruit of persimmon tree is crushed with water, the solution is painted on paper & used to repel mosquitoes.
- Outer waxy coating of cucumber can erase the pen writing.
- Pressing cucumber on roof of mouth for 30 sec will eliminate bad breath.
- It is made up of 96% water.
- English cucumber can grow longer than 2 feet.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Not Available
Not Available
Beer
Not Available
Yes
Spirits
Not Available
Yes
Cocktails
Not Available
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Israel, Italy, Japan, Pakistan
Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Russia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
France
Top Exporter
Japan
Spain
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Diospyros kaki
Cucumis sativus
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Ericales
Cucurbitales
Family
Ebenaceae
Cucurbitaceae
Genus
Diospyros
Cucumis
Species
D. kaki
C. sativus
Generic Group
Not Available
Not Available
Difference Between Japanese Persimmon and Cucumber
We might think that Japanese Persimmon and Cucumber are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Japanese Persimmon and Cucumber Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Japanese Persimmon and Cucumber is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Japanese Persimmon and Cucumber with peel is 70.00 kcal and 15.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 12.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Japanese Persimmon and Cucumber 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 Japanese Persimmon and Cucumber is Ericales and Cucurbitales respectively. Japanese Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Cucumber belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Japanese Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. kaki species and Cucumber belongs to Cucumis genus of C. sativus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
