Kumquat and Lychee
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Increases metabolic rate
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
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, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
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
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
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
16.53 g
19
Fiber
6.50 g
6
1.30 g
33
Sugar
9.36 g
25
15.23 g
8
Protein
1.88 g
11
0.83 g
35
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.12
14
0.05
22
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
15.00 mcg
24
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
27
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.09 mg
11
0.07 mg
14
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.43 mg
33
0.60 mg
24
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.21 mg
30
0.00 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg
99+
0.10 mg
15
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
17.00 mcg
18
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
43.90 mg
19
71.50 mg
7
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.15 mg
33
0.07 mg
38
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
0.40 mcg
33
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
129.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
8.40 mg
10
7.10 mg
14
Fat
0.86 g
8
0.44 g
20
Minerals
Potassium
486.00 mg
6
171.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.86 mg
14
0.13 mg
99+
Sodium
10.00 mg
10
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
62.00 mg
3
5.00 mg
99+
Magnesium
20.00 mg
14
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.17 mg
16
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
19.00 mg
26
31.00 mg
16
Manganese
0.14 mg
24
0.06 mg
99+
Copper
0.10 mg
23
0.15 mg
11
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
47.00 mg
16
65.00 mg
12
Omega 6s
124.00 mg
15
67.00 mg
27
Sterol
Water Content
80.80 g
99+
81.76 g
99+
Ash
0.50 g
26
0.44 g
30
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
71.00 kcal
12
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
66.00 kcal
10
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
77.73 kcal
8
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
277.00 kcal
21
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
91.00 kcal
8
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
130.00 kcal
7
50.00 kcal
30
Calories in Jam
245.00 kcal
20
260.00 kcal
14
Calories in Pie
392.00 kcal
4
280.00 kcal
28
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Autumn, Winter
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Hong Kong, Marumi, Meiwa, Centenniel and Nagami
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Bright red, Pink red
Inside Color
Orange
Greyish-white
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Fleshy
Taste
Sweet, Tart
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Origin
China
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Warm
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
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.
- The seed of Lychee fruit is toxic & can adversely affect the digestive system.
- This fruit gives a smoky flavor when eaten dried.
- This fruit is a symbol of love and romance in China.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
No
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Brazil, Mexico, Spain, United States of America
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Top Importer
United Kingdom
Hong Kong
Top Exporter
China
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus japonica
Litchi chinensis
Synonym
Fortunella margarita
Nephelium litchi
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Rutaceae
Sapindaceae
Genus
Citrus
Litchi
Species
C. japonica
L. chinensis
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Soapberry
Difference Between Kumquat and Lychee
We might think that Kumquat and Lychee are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Kumquat and Lychee Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Kumquat and Lychee is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Kumquat and Lychee with peel is 71.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 66.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Kumquat and Lychee 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 Lychee is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Kumquat belongs to Rutaceae family and Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family. Kumquat belongs to Citrus genus of C. japonica species and Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
