Japanese Persimmon and Pomelo
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves eye vision, Weight loss properties
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Prevents Urinary Tract Infection
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation
Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Flu treatment, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Abdominal cramps, Abdominal pains, Diarrhea, Lightheadedness, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Might affect blood pressure level
Allergic reaction, Dizziness, Stomach pain
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
9.62 g
99+
Fiber
3.60 g
17
1.00 g
36
Sugar
12.53 g
14
Not Available
Protein
0.58 g
99+
0.76 g
38
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.08
18
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
81.00 mcg
7
Not Available
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
31
0.03 mg
28
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.03 mg
32
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.22 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg
15
0.04 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
7.50 mg
99+
61.00 mg
12
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.73 mg
15
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.60 mcg
24
Not Available
Lycopene
159.00 mcg
6
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
834.00 mcg
1
Not Available
Choline
7.60 mg
13
Not Available
Fat
0.19 g
34
0.04 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
161.00 mg
99+
216.00 mg
34
Iron
0.15 mg
99+
0.11 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
8.00 mg
37
4.00 mg
99+
Magnesium
9.00 mg
26
6.00 mg
29
Zinc
0.11 mg
22
0.08 mg
25
Phosphorus
17.00 mg
28
17.00 mg
28
Manganese
0.36 mg
12
0.02 mg
99+
Copper
0.11 mg
17
0.05 mg
99+
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
4.00 mg
34
Not Available
Omega 6s
39.00 mg
38
Not Available
Sterol
Phytosterol
4.00 mg
14
Not Available
Water Content
80.32 g
99+
89.10 g
14
Ash
0.33 g
36
0.50 g
26
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
70.00 kcal
13
38.00 kcal
33
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
274.00 kcal
23
350.00 kcal
11
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
90.00 kcal
11
43.00 kcal
34
Calories in Jam
345.00 kcal
6
Not Available
Calories in Pie
284.00 kcal
25
290.00 kcal
22
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Tree fruit
Citrus, Tropical
Season
Autumn, Winter
All seasons
Varieties
Fuyu, Jiro, Gosho, Suruga, Hiratanenashi, Hachiya, Aizumishirazu, Yotsumizo, Yokono, Costata, Ormond and Tamopan
Chandler, Cocktail, Cuban Shaddock, Hirado Buntan, Honey, Jaffa Red, Mato Buntan, Pomelit, Reinking, Siamese Sweet and Sweetie
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Green, Pink, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Orange
Creamy Yellow
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Succulent
Taste
Sweet
Juicy, Sweet
Origin
Burma, China, India, Japan
Malaysia, South-Eastern Asia, Thailand
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Sandy
Soil pH
6.5-7.5
5.5-6.5
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.
- Flowers of pomelo fruit are used to make perfumes.
- Pomelo tree wood is used for the manufacture of tool handles.
- Life of pomelo tree is around 10 years.
- Height of pomelo can be 15-20 feet.
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
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Europe
Top Exporter
Japan
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Diospyros kaki
Citrus maxima
Synonym
Not Available
Citrus grandis
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Ericales
Sapindales
Family
Ebenaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Diospyros
Citrus
Species
D. kaki
C. maxima
Generic Group
Not Available
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Japanese Persimmon and Pomelo
We might think that Japanese Persimmon and Pomelo are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Japanese Persimmon and Pomelo Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Japanese Persimmon and Pomelo is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Japanese Persimmon and Pomelo with peel is 70.00 kcal and 38.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Japanese Persimmon and Pomelo 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 Pomelo is Ericales and Sapindales respectively. Japanese Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Pomelo belongs to Rutaceae family. Japanese Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. kaki species and Pomelo belongs to Citrus genus of C. maxima species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
