Kumquat and Orange
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Increases metabolic rate
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Lower blood pressure, Prevents constipation, Prevents diabetes, Strengthening of bones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
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
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Shiny hair
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
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, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Fainting, Runny nose, Skin rash, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Abdominal cramps, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
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
11.75 g
99+
Fiber
6.50 g
6
2.40 g
24
Sugar
9.36 g
25
9.35 g
26
Protein
1.88 g
11
0.94 g
28
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.12
14
0.08
18
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
15.00 mcg
24
11.00 mcg
26
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
27
0.09 mg
8
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.09 mg
11
0.04 mg
23
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.43 mg
33
0.28 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.21 mg
30
0.25 mg
21
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg
99+
0.06 mg
29
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
17.00 mcg
18
30.00 mcg
8
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
43.90 mg
19
53.20 mg
14
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.15 mg
33
0.18 mg
31
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
129.00 mcg
9
129.00 mcg
9
Choline
8.40 mg
10
8.40 mg
10
Fat
0.86 g
8
0.12 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
486.00 mg
6
181.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.86 mg
14
0.10 mg
99+
Sodium
10.00 mg
10
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
62.00 mg
3
40.00 mg
7
Magnesium
20.00 mg
14
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.17 mg
16
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
19.00 mg
26
14.00 mg
32
Manganese
0.14 mg
24
0.03 mg
99+
Copper
0.10 mg
23
0.05 mg
99+
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.50 mcg
11
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
47.00 mg
16
7.00 mg
32
Omega 6s
124.00 mg
15
18.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
80.80 g
99+
86.75 g
28
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
63.00 kcal
16
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
47.00 kcal
16
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
45.00 kcal
19
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
300.00 kcal
17
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
61.00 kcal
18
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
130.00 kcal
7
45.00 kcal
33
Calories in Jam
245.00 kcal
20
260.00 kcal
14
Calories in Pie
392.00 kcal
4
333.00 kcal
12
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Citrus
Season
Autumn, Winter
Winter
Varieties
Hong Kong, Marumi, Meiwa, Centenniel and Nagami
Sweet Orange - Persian orange, Navel orange, Valencia orange and Blood orange. Sour Orange - Seville orange, Bergamot orange, Chinotto orange and Daidai.
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Orange
Inside Color
Orange
Orange
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Succulent
Taste
Sweet, Tart
Sweet-Sour
Origin
China
South-Eastern Asia
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam, Sandy loam
Soil pH
6-6.5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Warm
Hot
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.
- There are around 600 varieties of oranges available worldwide.
- More than 1 plant can grow from a single orange seed.
- Orange and orange blossoms are a symbol of love.
- Orange tree is usually propagated by grafting.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
No
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
Brazil
Other Countries
Brazil, Mexico, Spain, United States of America
China, Egypt, India, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United Kingdom
Germany
Top Exporter
China
Spain
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus japonica
Citrus sinensis
Synonym
Fortunella margarita
Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Rutaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Citrus
Citrus
Species
C. japonica
C. × sinensis
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Kumquat and Orange
We might think that Kumquat and Orange are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Kumquat and Orange Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Kumquat and Orange is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Kumquat and Orange with peel is 71.00 kcal and 63.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 47.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Kumquat and Orange 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 Orange is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Kumquat belongs to Rutaceae family and Orange belongs to Rutaceae family. Kumquat belongs to Citrus genus of C. japonica species and Orange belongs to Citrus genus of C. × sinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
