Loquat

Japanese Persimmon

Loquat and Japanese Persimmon

Loquat

Japanese Persimmon

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension, Reduces blood circulation problems, Reduces stress, Regulation of heart rate, Strengthening of bones

Cancer prevention, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves eye vision, Weight loss properties

1.1.1 General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation

1.2 Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles

1.3 Hair Benefits

Protects hair

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Sneezing, Swelling of face, Watery eyes

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Diarrhoea, Might affect blood pressure level

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

12.14 g18.59 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

1.70 g3.60 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

NA12.53 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.40 g0.58 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.030.03

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

76.00 mcg81.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.02 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mg0.02 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.18 mg0.10 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

NANA

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.10 mg0.10 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

14.00 mcg8.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

NA7.50 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

NA0.73 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

NA2.60 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

NA159.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

NA834.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

NA7.60 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.20 g0.19 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

266.00 mg161.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.28 mg0.15 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

1.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

16.00 mg8.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

13.00 mg9.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.05 mg0.11 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

27.00 mg17.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.15 mg0.36 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.04 mg0.11 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.60 mcg0.60 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

13.00 mg4.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

77.00 mg39.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

2.00 mg4.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

86.73 g80.32 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.50 g0.33 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

47.00 kcal70.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

NANA

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

NA274.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

67.00 kcalNA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

NA90.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

NA345.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

NA284.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit, Tropical

Berry, Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Winter

Autumn, Winter

4.3 Varieties

Ahdar, Ahmar, Asfar, Blush, Champagne, Early Red, Eulalia, Fire Ball, Golden Red, Golden Yellow, Oliver, Thales, Thames Pride, Victor and Wolfe

Fuyu, Jiro, Gosho, Suruga, Hiratanenashi, Hachiya, Aizumishirazu, Yotsumizo, Yokono, Costata, Ormond and Tamopan

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Orange, Yellow

Orange, Red, Yellow

4.6 Inside Color

Orange

4.7 Shape

Oval

Round

4.8 Texture

Juicy

4.9 Taste

Sweet, Tart

Sweet

4.10 Origin

China

Burma, China, India, Japan

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-drained

Sandy loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.5-6.56.5-7.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Warm to hot climate

Can tolerate wide range of climates

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

Loquats are used in plum wine manufacturing.
Dried leaves of loquat are used to make herbal tea.
The seeds of loquat are slightly toxic & the symptoms of intoxication are nausea, vomiting & shortness of breath.

Unripe persimmons contain lots of tannin which is used to brew sake & to preserve wood in Japan.
A small non-edible fruit of persimmon tree is crushed with water, the solution is painted on paper & used to repel mosquitoes.

5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

5.2.1 Wine

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5.2.2 Beer

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5.2.3 Spirits

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5.2.4 Cocktails

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5.3 Production

5.3.1 Top Producer

Japan

China

5.3.2 Other Countries

Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, Turkey

Azerbaijan, Brazil, Israel, Italy, Japan, Pakistan

5.3.3 Top Importer

China

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Spain

Japan

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Eriobotrya japonica

Diospyros kaki

6.2 Synonym

Crataegus bibas or Mespilus japonica or Photinia japonica

Not Available

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Rosidae

Dillenhidae

7.7 Order

Rosales

Ericales

7.8 Family

Rosaceae

Ebenaceae

7.9 Genus

Eriobotrya

Diospyros

7.10 Species

E. japonica

D. kaki

7.11 Generic Group

Rose

Not Available

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Difference Between Loquat and Japanese Persimmon

We might think that Loquat and Japanese Persimmon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Loquat and Japanese Persimmon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Loquat and Japanese Persimmon is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Loquat and Japanese Persimmon with peel is 47.00 kcal and 70.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Loquat and Japanese Persimmon 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 Loquat and Japanese Persimmon is Rosales and Ericales respectively. Loquat belongs to Rosaceae family and Japanese Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family. Loquat belongs to Eriobotrya genus of E. japonica species and Japanese Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. kaki species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.