Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy Symptoms
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., Don't consume at night and before bed
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
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
All seasons
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Color
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Bright red, Pink red
Inside Color
Yellow
Greyish-white
Taste
Sour
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Origin
China, India
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Soil Type
Well-drained
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Hot, Sunny
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
Facts about
- Oil extracted from lemon peels is used for fingerboard of guitars.
- During Renaissance, ladies used lemons to redden their lips.
- Aroms of lemon decreases the level of stress hormones.
- 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.
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Hong Kong
Top Exporter
Mexico
China
Botanical Name
Citrus limon
Litchi chinensis
Synonym
Not Available
Nephelium litchi
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Rutaceae
Sapindaceae
Species
C. limon
L. chinensis
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Soapberry
Difference Between Lemon and Lychee
We might think that Lemon and Lychee are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lemon and Lychee Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lemon and Lychee is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lemon and Lychee with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 29.00 kcal and 66.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Lemon and Lychee belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Lemon and Lychee is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family and Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family. Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species and Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.