Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves eye vision, Weight loss properties
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension, Reduces blood circulation problems, Reduces stress, Regulation of heart rate, Strengthening of bones
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation
Anti-inflammatory properties, 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, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Sneezing, Swelling of face, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Might affect blood pressure level
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
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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, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Type
Berry, Tree fruit
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Autumn, Winter
Winter
Varieties
Fuyu, Jiro, Gosho, Suruga, Hiratanenashi, Hachiya, Aizumishirazu, Yotsumizo, Yokono, Costata, Ormond and Tamopan
Ahdar, Ahmar, Asfar, Blush, Champagne, Early Red, Eulalia, Fire Ball, Golden Red, Golden Yellow, Oliver, Thales, Thames Pride, Victor and Wolfe
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Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Orange, Yellow
Inside Color
Orange
Orange
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet
Sweet, Tart
Origin
Burma, China, India, Japan
China
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-drained
Soil pH
6.5-7.55.5-6.5
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Can tolerate wide range of climates
Warm to hot climate
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.
- Loquats are used in plum wine manufacturing.
- Dried leaves of loquat are used to make herbal tea.
- The seeds of loquat are slightly toxic & the symptoms of intoxication are nausea, vomiting & shortness of breath.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
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Beer
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Spirits
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Cocktails
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Production
Top Producer
China
Japan
Other Countries
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Israel, Italy, Japan, Pakistan
Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, Turkey
Top Importer
United States of America
China
Top Exporter
Japan
Spain