Kumquat and Jambul
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Increases metabolic rate
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Regulates Blood Sugar, Ulcer prevention
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Shiny hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
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, NA
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Allergic reaction, Throat irritation, Throat swelling, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
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
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
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.90 g
21
14.00 g
32
Fiber
6.50 g
6
0.60 g
39
Sugar
9.36 g
25
Not Available
Protein
1.88 g
11
1.00 g
26
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.12
14
0.04
24
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
15.00 mcg
24
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
27
0.02 mg
39
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.09 mg
11
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.43 mg
33
0.25 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.21 mg
30
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg
99+
0.04 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
17.00 mcg
18
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
43.90 mg
19
11.85 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.15 mg
33
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
129.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Choline
8.40 mg
10
Not Available
Fat
0.86 g
8
0.23 g
32
Minerals
Potassium
486.00 mg
6
55.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.86 mg
14
1.41 mg
10
Sodium
10.00 mg
10
26.20 mg
3
Calcium
62.00 mg
3
11.65 mg
31
Magnesium
20.00 mg
14
35.00 mg
3
Zinc
0.17 mg
16
Not Available
Phosphorus
19.00 mg
26
15.60 mg
30
Manganese
0.14 mg
24
Not Available
Copper
0.10 mg
23
Not Available
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
47.00 mg
16
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
124.00 mg
15
0.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
0.00 mg
16
Water Content
80.80 g
99+
84.75 g
38
Ash
0.50 g
26
0.50 g
26
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
71.00 kcal
12
60.00 kcal
18
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
130.00 kcal
7
80.00 kcal
13
Calories in Jam
245.00 kcal
20
120.00 kcal
36
Calories in Pie
392.00 kcal
4
300.00 kcal
18
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Autumn, Winter
Monsoon, Summer
Varieties
Hong Kong, Marumi, Meiwa, Centenniel and Nagami
Ram Jarnun and Paras
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Black, Magenta, Purple
Inside Color
Orange
Purple
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet, Tart
Astringent, Sweet
Origin
China
Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
6.5-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Warm
Humid, Rainfall
Facts
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.
- Wood of jambul tree is water-resistant wood & is used in railroads and to implement engines in the well.
- In Indian mythology, it is said that Jambul fruit was revered by Buddha.
- Jambul has a huge importance in Ayurveda.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
No
Yes
Spirits
No
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
India
Other Countries
Brazil, Mexico, Spain, United States of America
Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka
Top Importer
United Kingdom
Not Available
Top Exporter
China
India
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus japonica
Syzygium cumini
Synonym
Fortunella margarita
Eugenia cumini
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Myrtales
Family
Rutaceae
Myrtaceae
Genus
Citrus
Syzygium
Species
C. japonica
S. cumini
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Not Available
Difference Between Kumquat and Jambul
We might think that Kumquat and Jambul are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Kumquat and Jambul Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Kumquat and Jambul is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Kumquat and Jambul with peel is 71.00 kcal and 60.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Kumquat and Jambul 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 Kumquat and Jambul is Sapindales and Myrtales respectively. Kumquat belongs to Rutaceae family and Jambul belongs to Myrtaceae family. Kumquat belongs to Citrus genus of C. japonica species and Jambul belongs to Syzygium genus of S. cumini species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
