Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Prevents hair loss
Allergy Symptoms
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
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, Strictly avoid empty stomach
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Tropical
Season
Spring, Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Color
Bright red, Pink red
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Brown
Shape
Oval
Curving Cylinder
Taste
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Sour-Sweet
Origin
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Africa
Soil Type
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
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.
- Tamarind is used to prevent body odor.
- African children use the tamarind seeds in games.
- No cases of tamarind toxicity or allergy reported till date.
Other Countries
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
Hong Kong
United States of America
Top Exporter
China
Thailand
Botanical Name
Litchi chinensis
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Nephelium litchi
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Family
Sapindaceae
Fabaceae
Species
L. chinensis
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Soapberry
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Lychee and Tamarind
We might think that Lychee and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lychee and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lychee and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lychee and Tamarind with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 66.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Lychee and Tamarind 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 Tamarind is Sapindales and Fabales respectively. Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.