Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Boosts respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Regulates hair growth
Allergy Symptoms
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
Kidney and gallbladder diseases
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., Don't consume at night and before bed
Along with meal, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Berry
Season
All seasons
All seasons
Varieties
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady
Color
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White
Inside Color
Yellow
Creamy Yellow
Texture
Succulent
Fibrous
Taste
Sour
Creamy, Soft, Sweet
Origin
China, India
Mexico
Soil Type
Well-drained
Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Hot, Sunny
Warm to hot climate
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 name pumpkin has its roots in the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’.
- The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds.
- Pumpkins were once known for removing freckles & curing snake bites.
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Mexico
China
Botanical Name
Citrus limon
Cucurbita maxima
Synonym
Not Available
Cucurbita pepo, Squash
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Sapindales
Cucurbitales
Family
Rutaceae
Cucurbitaceae
Species
C. limon
Cucurbita mixta
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Not Available
Difference Between Lemon and Pumpkin
We might think that Lemon and Pumpkin are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lemon and Pumpkin Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lemon and Pumpkin is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lemon and Pumpkin with peel is Not Available and 26.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 29.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Lemon and Pumpkin 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 Lemon and Pumpkin is Sapindales and Cucurbitales respectively. Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.