Loquat and Pear
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension, Reduces blood circulation problems, Reduces stress, Regulation of heart rate, Strengthening of bones
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care
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, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Sore throat treatment
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Shiny hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Sneezing, Swelling of face, Watery eyes
Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Itching, Skin Rashes, Swelling
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
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)
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)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
12.14 g
40
15.23 g
26
Fiber
1.70 g
29
3.10 g
19
Sugar
Not Available
9.75 g
24
Protein
0.40 g
99+
0.36 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.03
25
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
76.00 mcg
8
1.00 mcg
36
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.02 mg
39
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
35
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.18 mg
99+
0.16 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
0.05 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg
15
0.03 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg
21
7.00 mcg
28
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Not Available
4.30 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
0.12 mg
35
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
4.40 mcg
16
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
44.00 mcg
23
Choline
Not Available
5.10 mg
24
Fat
0.20 g
33
0.14 g
39
Minerals
Potassium
266.00 mg
24
116.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.28 mg
37
0.18 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
16.00 mg
25
9.00 mg
35
Magnesium
13.00 mg
22
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
0.05 mg
28
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
27.00 mg
19
12.00 mg
34
Manganese
0.15 mg
22
0.05 mg
99+
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.08 mg
27
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
13.00 mg
28
1.00 mg
37
Omega 6s
77.00 mg
26
93.00 mg
20
Sterol
Phytosterol
2.00 mg
15
8.00 mg
10
Water Content
86.73 g
29
83.96 g
99+
Ash
0.50 g
26
0.32 g
37
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
47.00 kcal
26
57.00 kcal
19
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
67.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
Not Available
65.00 kcal
19
Calories in Jam
Not Available
240.00 kcal
21
Calories in Pie
Not Available
282.00 kcal
27
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Tree fruit
Season
Winter
Autumn, Summer, Winter
Varieties
Ahdar, Ahmar, Asfar, Blush, Champagne, Early Red, Eulalia, Fire Ball, Golden Red, Golden Yellow, Oliver, Thales, Thames Pride, Victor and Wolfe
Green Anjou, Red Anjou, Bartlett, Red Bartlett, Bosc, Comice, Concorde, Forelle, Seckel and Starkrimson
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Orange, Yellow
Yellow
Inside Color
Orange
White
Shape
Oval
Pear
Texture
Juicy
Grainy
Taste
Sweet, Tart
Crunchy, Sweet
Origin
China
China, Japan
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-drained
Clayey, Loamy, Sandy
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
5-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm to hot climate
Cold, Hot, Without frosts
Facts
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.
- The first pear tree was planted in North America in 1620.
- The Chinese considered the pear fruit to be a symbol of immortality.
- This fruit was used as a natural remedy against nausea in ancient Greece.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Japan
China
Other Countries
Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, Turkey
Argentina, Belgium, India, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
China
Europe
Top Exporter
Spain
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Eriobotrya japonica
Pyrus communis
Synonym
Crataegus bibas or Mespilus japonica or Photinia japonica
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Rosales
Rosales
Family
Rosaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Eriobotrya
Pyrus
Species
E. japonica
P. communis
Generic Group
Rose
Rose
Difference Between Loquat and Pear
We might think that Loquat and Pear are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Loquat and Pear Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Loquat and Pear is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Loquat and Pear with peel is 47.00 kcal and 57.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Loquat and Pear 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 Pear is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Loquat belongs to Rosaceae family and Pear belongs to Rosaceae family. Loquat belongs to Eriobotrya genus of E. japonica species and Pear belongs to Pyrus genus of P. communis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
