Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy Symptoms
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Side Effects
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation
Best Time to Eat
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
Along with meal, 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.
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Not Available
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Not Available
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Not Available
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
Not Available
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Berry, Tree fruit
Season
Spring, Summer
Autumn, Winter
Varieties
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis
Color
Bright red, Pink red
Orange, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Yellow
Taste
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Sweet
Origin
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Eastern United States
Soil Type
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny
Facts about
- 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.
- It is said that formation of seeds inside the persimmon fruit shows what type of winter is coming(type of snow).
- There are about 2000 varieties of this fruit.
- The American persimmon has another name 'Possumwood'.
Other Countries
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan
Top Importer
Hong Kong
United States of America
Top Exporter
China
United States of America
Botanical Name
Litchi chinensis
Diospyros virginiana
Synonym
Nephelium litchi
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Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Sapindales
Ericales
Family
Sapindaceae
Ebenaceae
Species
L. chinensis
D. virginiana
Generic Group
Soapberry
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Difference Between Lychee and American Persimmon
We might think that Lychee and American Persimmon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lychee and American Persimmon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lychee and American Persimmon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lychee and American Persimmon with peel is Not Available and 127.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 66.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Lychee and American Persimmon 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 Lychee and American Persimmon is Sapindales and Ericales respectively. Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family and American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family. Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species and American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.