Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Increases metabolic rate
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Shiny hair
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Coughing, Diarrhea, Digestive Problems, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
Best Time to Eat
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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Type
Citrus
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Autumn, Winter
Summer
Varieties
Hong Kong, Marumi, Meiwa, Centenniel and Nagami
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Dark green
Inside Color
Orange
White
Taste
Sweet, Tart
Buttery
Origin
China
Mexico, Central America
Soil Type
Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Warm
Humid, Without frosts
Facts about
- The entire kumquat fruit is edible, except few seeds.
- The taste of kumquat skin is sweet while inner flesh is tart.
- There are some hybrid varieties of kumquats such as mandarinquats, orangequats and limequats.
- The oldest living avocado tree is found in University of California and was planted in 1879.
- Avocados can be swapped for butter in Baked Goods Recipes.
- Avocado ripens more quickly with a banana or an apple around.
Top Producer
China
Mexico
Other Countries
Brazil, Mexico, Spain, United States of America
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
Top Importer
United Kingdom
United States of America
Top Exporter
China
Mexico
Botanical Name
Citrus japonica
Persea Americana
Synonym
Fortunella margarita
Persea Gratissima
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Magnollidae
Order
Sapindales
Laurales
Family
Rutaceae
Lauraceae
Species
C. japonica
P. Americana
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Laurel
Difference Between Kumquat and Avocado
We might think that Kumquat and Avocado are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Kumquat and Avocado Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Kumquat and Avocado is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Kumquat and Avocado with peel is 71.00 kcal and 160.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Kumquat and Avocado belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Kumquat and Avocado is Sapindales and Laurales respectively. Kumquat belongs to Rutaceae family and Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family. Kumquat belongs to Citrus genus of C. japonica species and Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.