Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, 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, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Allergic reaction
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, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Spring, Summer
All seasons
Varieties
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Rio Star, Flame, Thompson and Star Ruby
Color
Bright red, Pink red
Pink, Red
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Pink
Taste
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Sweet, Tangy
Origin
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Barbados
Soil Type
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
Humid, Warm
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.
- Grapefruit is used to protect wooden tools due to its anti-fungal properties.
- It grows in clusters as grapes & hence called as grapefruit.
- This fruit tastes delicious when paired with fish, e.g. in fish salads.
Other Countries
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Hong Kong
Japan
Top Exporter
China
United States of America
Botanical Name
Litchi chinensis
Citrus paradisi
Synonym
Nephelium litchi
Citrus Paradisi
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Sapindaceae
Rutaceae
Species
L. chinensis
C. × paradisi
Generic Group
Soapberry
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Lychee and Pink Grapefruit
We might think that Lychee and Pink Grapefruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lychee and Pink Grapefruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lychee and Pink Grapefruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lychee and Pink Grapefruit with peel is 66.00 kcal and 42.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 66.00 kcal and 42.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Lychee and Pink Grapefruit 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 Pink Grapefruit is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Rutaceae family. Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. × paradisi species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.