We might think that Kumquat and Physalis are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Kumquat and Physalis Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Kumquat and Physalis is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Kumquat and Physalis with peel is 71.00 kcal and 77.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Kumquat and Physalis 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 Physalis is Sapindales and Solanales respectively. Kumquat belongs to Rutaceae family and Physalis belongs to Solanaceae family. Kumquat belongs to Citrus genus of C. japonica species and Physalis belongs to Physalis genus of Physalis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.