Japanese Persimmon and Honeydew
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves eye vision, Weight loss properties
Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Treatment of skin Diseases
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation
Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Abdominal cramps, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Hives, Hoarseness, Itching in eyes, Itching of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Skin rash, Wheezing
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Might affect blood pressure level
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
Yes
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)
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)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
18.59 g
15
9.09 g
99+
Fiber
3.60 g
17
0.80 g
38
Sugar
12.53 g
14
8.12 g
34
Protein
0.58 g
99+
0.54 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.05
22
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
81.00 mcg
7
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
31
0.04 mg
26
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.42 mg
34
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
0.16 mg
39
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg
15
0.09 mg
16
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
19.00 mcg
16
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
7.50 mg
99+
18.00 mg
39
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.73 mg
15
0.02 mg
99+
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.60 mcg
24
2.90 mcg
21
Lycopene
159.00 mcg
6
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
834.00 mcg
1
27.00 mcg
26
Choline
7.60 mg
13
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.19 g
34
0.14 g
39
Minerals
Potassium
161.00 mg
99+
228.00 mg
32
Iron
0.15 mg
99+
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
18.00 mg
6
Calcium
8.00 mg
37
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
9.00 mg
26
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.11 mg
22
0.09 mg
24
Phosphorus
17.00 mg
28
11.00 mg
35
Manganese
0.36 mg
12
0.03 mg
99+
Copper
0.11 mg
17
0.02 mg
99+
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.70 mcg
9
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
4.00 mg
34
33.00 mg
21
Omega 6s
39.00 mg
38
26.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
4.00 mg
14
Not Available
Water Content
80.32 g
99+
89.82 g
12
Ash
0.33 g
36
0.41 g
32
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
70.00 kcal
13
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
36.00 kcal
19
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
36.00 kcal
24
Calories in Dried Form
274.00 kcal
23
268.00 kcal
24
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
90.00 kcal
11
50.00 kcal
30
Calories in Jam
345.00 kcal
6
290.00 kcal
11
Calories in Pie
284.00 kcal
25
310.00 kcal
16
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Tree fruit
Melon
Season
Autumn, Winter
All seasons
Varieties
Fuyu, Jiro, Gosho, Suruga, Hiratanenashi, Hachiya, Aizumishirazu, Yotsumizo, Yokono, Costata, Ormond and Tamopan
Green Flesh, Yellow Rind and Orange Flesh
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Green, Yellow
Inside Color
Orange
Light Green
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet
Sweet
Origin
Burma, China, India, Japan
France
Grows on
Trees
Not Available
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6.5-7.5
6-6.5
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.
- The average weight of honeydew melon is 6 pounds.
- 90% of a honeydew is water.
- In middle east countries, dried and roasted honeydew seeds are consumed as snacks.
- Honeydew melons can be 15-22 mm long.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Not Available
Yes
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
Brazil, Egypt, India, Iran, Mexico, Morocco, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Not Available
Top Exporter
Japan
Not Available
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Diospyros kaki
Cucumis melo
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. melo
Generic Group
Not Available
Gourd
Difference Between Japanese Persimmon and Honeydew
We might think that Japanese Persimmon and Honeydew are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Japanese Persimmon and Honeydew Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Japanese Persimmon and Honeydew is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Japanese Persimmon and Honeydew with peel is 70.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 36.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Japanese Persimmon and Honeydew 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 Honeydew is Ericales and Cucurbitales respectively. Japanese Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Honeydew belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Japanese Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. kaki species and Honeydew belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
