Japanese Persimmon and Watermelon
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves eye vision, Weight loss properties
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Asthma treatment, Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation
Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Might affect blood pressure level
Allergic reaction, Bloating, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Intestinal gas, Nausea, Vomiting
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., Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
18.59 g
15
7.55 g
99+
Fiber
3.60 g
17
0.40 g
99+
Sugar
12.53 g
14
6.20 g
99+
Protein
0.58 g
99+
0.61 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.08
18
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
81.00 mcg
7
28.00 mcg
18
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
31
0.03 mg
29
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.02 mg
37
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.18 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
0.22 mg
26
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg
15
0.05 mg
40
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
7.50 mg
99+
8.10 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.73 mg
15
0.05 mg
39
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.60 mcg
24
0.10 mcg
35
Lycopene
159.00 mcg
6
4,532.00 mcg
2
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
834.00 mcg
1
8.00 mcg
33
Choline
7.60 mg
13
4.10 mg
27
Fat
0.19 g
34
0.15 g
38
Minerals
Potassium
161.00 mg
99+
112.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.15 mg
99+
0.24 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
8.00 mg
37
7.00 mg
38
Magnesium
9.00 mg
26
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.11 mg
22
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
17.00 mg
28
11.00 mg
35
Manganese
0.36 mg
12
0.04 mg
99+
Copper
0.11 mg
17
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
4.00 mg
34
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
39.00 mg
38
50.00 mg
32
Sterol
Phytosterol
4.00 mg
14
2.00 mg
15
Water Content
80.32 g
99+
91.45 g
6
Ash
0.33 g
36
0.25 g
39
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
30.00 kcal
23
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
274.00 kcal
23
340.00 kcal
12
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
90.00 kcal
11
30.00 kcal
38
Calories in Jam
345.00 kcal
6
252.00 kcal
18
Calories in Pie
284.00 kcal
25
150.00 kcal
99+
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Tree fruit
Berry, Melon
Season
Autumn, Winter
Summer
Varieties
Fuyu, Jiro, Gosho, Suruga, Hiratanenashi, Hachiya, Aizumishirazu, Yotsumizo, Yokono, Costata, Ormond and Tamopan
Sugar Baby, Sangria, Golden Midget, Starlight, Jubilee, Starbrite, Extazy, Stars 'n' Stripes, Mickylee, Yellow Baby, Yellow Doll, Little Baby Flower, Sweet Favorite and Cream of Saskatchewan
Seedless Variety
Yes
Yes
Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White
Inside Color
Orange
Red
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Crispy
Taste
Sweet
Sweet
Origin
Burma, China, India, Japan
Southern Africa
Grows on
Trees
Vines
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Sandy, Well-drained
Soil pH
6.5-7.5
6-6.8
Climatic Conditions
Can tolerate wide range of climates
Dry, Hot
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.
- Watermelon contain 91% of water.
- In Japan & Chine, watermelon is a popular gift to bring a host.
- Entire watermelon is edible, even the rinds & seeds.
- There are more than 1200 varieties grown in the world.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Not Available
Yes
Beer
Not Available
Yes
Spirits
Not Available
No
Cocktails
Not Available
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Israel, Italy, Japan, Pakistan
Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Germany
Top Exporter
Japan
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Diospyros kaki
Citrullus Lanatus
Synonym
Not Available
Citrullus vulgaris
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
Citrullus
Species
D. kaki
C. lanatus
Generic Group
Not Available
Gourd
Difference Between Japanese Persimmon and Watermelon
We might think that Japanese Persimmon and Watermelon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Japanese Persimmon and Watermelon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Japanese Persimmon and Watermelon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Japanese Persimmon and Watermelon with peel is 70.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Japanese Persimmon and Watermelon belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Japanese Persimmon and Watermelon is Ericales and Cucurbitales respectively. Japanese Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Watermelon belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Japanese Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. kaki species and Watermelon belongs to Citrullus genus of C. lanatus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
