Lychee and Jambul
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Regulates Blood Sugar, Ulcer prevention
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Abdominal pains, NA
Side Effects
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Allergic reaction, Throat irritation, Throat swelling, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
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
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
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
16.53 g
19
14.00 g
32
Fiber
1.30 g
33
0.60 g
39
Sugar
15.23 g
8
Not Available
Protein
0.83 g
35
1.00 g
26
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.04
24
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
0.00 mcg
37
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.02 mg
39
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.07 mg
14
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.60 mg
24
0.25 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.00 mg
99+
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg
15
0.04 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg
21
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
71.50 mg
7
11.85 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.07 mg
38
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.40 mcg
33
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
Not Available
Choline
7.10 mg
14
Not Available
Fat
0.44 g
20
0.23 g
32
Minerals
Potassium
171.00 mg
99+
55.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.13 mg
99+
1.41 mg
10
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
26.20 mg
3
Calcium
5.00 mg
99+
11.65 mg
31
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
35.00 mg
3
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
Not Available
Phosphorus
31.00 mg
16
15.60 mg
30
Manganese
0.06 mg
99+
Not Available
Copper
0.15 mg
11
Not Available
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
65.00 mg
12
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
67.00 mg
27
0.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
0.00 mg
16
Water Content
81.76 g
99+
84.75 g
38
Ash
0.44 g
30
0.50 g
26
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
60.00 kcal
18
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
66.00 kcal
10
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
77.73 kcal
8
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
277.00 kcal
21
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
91.00 kcal
8
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
80.00 kcal
13
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal
14
120.00 kcal
36
Calories in Pie
280.00 kcal
28
300.00 kcal
18
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Spring, Summer
Monsoon, Summer
Varieties
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Ram Jarnun and Paras
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Bright red, Pink red
Black, Magenta, Purple
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Purple
Shape
Oval
Oval
Texture
Fleshy
Juicy
Taste
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Astringent, Sweet
Origin
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
6.5-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
Humid, Rainfall
Facts
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.
- Wood of jambul tree is water-resistant wood & is used in railroads and to implement engines in the well.
- In Indian mythology, it is said that Jambul fruit was revered by Buddha.
- Jambul has a huge importance in Ayurveda.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
India
Other Countries
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka
Top Importer
Hong Kong
Not Available
Top Exporter
China
India
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Litchi chinensis
Syzygium cumini
Synonym
Nephelium litchi
Eugenia cumini
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Myrtales
Family
Sapindaceae
Myrtaceae
Genus
Litchi
Syzygium
Species
L. chinensis
S. cumini
Generic Group
Soapberry
Not Available
Difference Between Lychee and Jambul
We might think that Lychee and Jambul are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lychee and Jambul Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lychee and Jambul is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lychee and Jambul with peel is Not Available and 60.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 66.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Lychee and Jambul 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 Lychee and Jambul is Sapindales and Myrtales respectively. Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family and Jambul belongs to Myrtaceae family. Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species and Jambul belongs to Syzygium genus of S. cumini species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
