Lychee and Japanese Persimmon
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves eye vision, Weight loss properties
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, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, 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
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, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Side Effects
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Diarrhoea, Might affect blood pressure level
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
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, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
16.53 g
19
18.59 g
15
Fiber
1.30 g
33
3.60 g
17
Sugar
15.23 g
8
12.53 g
14
Protein
0.83 g
35
0.58 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.03
25
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
0.00 mcg
37
81.00 mcg
7
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.03 mg
31
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.07 mg
14
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.60 mg
24
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.00 mg
99+
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg
15
0.10 mg
15
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg
21
8.00 mcg
27
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
71.50 mg
7
7.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.07 mg
38
0.73 mg
15
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.40 mcg
33
2.60 mcg
24
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
159.00 mcg
6
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
834.00 mcg
1
Choline
7.10 mg
14
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.44 g
20
0.19 g
34
Minerals
Potassium
171.00 mg
99+
161.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.13 mg
99+
0.15 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
5.00 mg
99+
8.00 mg
37
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
9.00 mg
26
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.11 mg
22
Phosphorus
31.00 mg
16
17.00 mg
28
Manganese
0.06 mg
99+
0.36 mg
12
Copper
0.15 mg
11
0.11 mg
17
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
65.00 mg
12
4.00 mg
34
Omega 6s
67.00 mg
27
39.00 mg
38
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
4.00 mg
14
Water Content
81.76 g
99+
80.32 g
99+
Ash
0.44 g
30
0.33 g
36
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
70.00 kcal
13
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
274.00 kcal
23
Calories in Canned Form
91.00 kcal
8
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
90.00 kcal
11
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal
14
345.00 kcal
6
Calories in Pie
280.00 kcal
28
284.00 kcal
25
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Berry, Tree fruit
Season
Spring, Summer
Autumn, Winter
Varieties
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Fuyu, Jiro, Gosho, Suruga, Hiratanenashi, Hachiya, Aizumishirazu, Yotsumizo, Yokono, Costata, Ormond and Tamopan
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Bright red, Pink red
Orange, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Orange
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Fleshy
Juicy
Taste
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Sweet
Origin
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Burma, China, India, Japan
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
6.5-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
Can tolerate wide range of climates
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.
- 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.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Not Available
Beer
Yes
Not Available
Spirits
Yes
Not Available
Cocktails
Yes
Not Available
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Israel, Italy, Japan, Pakistan
Top Importer
Hong Kong
United States of America
Top Exporter
China
Japan
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Litchi chinensis
Diospyros kaki
Synonym
Nephelium litchi
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Sapindales
Ericales
Family
Sapindaceae
Ebenaceae
Genus
Litchi
Diospyros
Species
L. chinensis
D. kaki
Generic Group
Soapberry
Not Available
Difference Between Lychee and Japanese Persimmon
We might think that Lychee and Japanese Persimmon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lychee and Japanese Persimmon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lychee and Japanese Persimmon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lychee and Japanese Persimmon with peel is Not Available and 70.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 66.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Lychee 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 Lychee and Japanese Persimmon is Sapindales and Ericales respectively. Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family and Japanese Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family. Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species and Japanese Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. kaki species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
