Orange and Kumquat
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Lower blood pressure, Prevents constipation, Prevents diabetes, Strengthening of bones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Increases metabolic rate
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Shiny hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Fainting, Runny nose, Skin rash, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Coughing, Diarrhea, Digestive Problems, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Abdominal cramps, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
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
11.75 g
99+
15.90 g
21
Fiber
2.40 g
24
6.50 g
6
Sugar
9.35 g
26
9.36 g
25
Protein
0.94 g
28
1.88 g
11
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
18
0.12
14
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
11.00 mcg
26
15.00 mcg
24
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.09 mg
8
0.04 mg
27
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
23
0.09 mg
11
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.28 mg
99+
0.43 mg
33
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.25 mg
21
0.21 mg
30
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
29
0.04 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
30.00 mcg
8
17.00 mcg
18
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
53.20 mg
14
43.90 mg
19
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.18 mg
31
0.15 mg
33
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
129.00 mcg
9
129.00 mcg
9
Choline
8.40 mg
10
8.40 mg
10
Fat
0.12 g
99+
0.86 g
8
Minerals
Potassium
181.00 mg
99+
486.00 mg
6
Iron
0.10 mg
99+
0.86 mg
14
Sodium
0.00 mg
21
10.00 mg
10
Calcium
40.00 mg
7
62.00 mg
3
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
20.00 mg
14
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.17 mg
16
Phosphorus
14.00 mg
32
19.00 mg
26
Manganese
0.03 mg
99+
0.14 mg
24
Copper
0.05 mg
99+
0.10 mg
23
Selenium
0.50 mcg
11
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
7.00 mg
32
47.00 mg
16
Omega 6s
18.00 mg
99+
124.00 mg
15
Sterol
Water Content
86.75 g
28
80.80 g
99+
Ash
0.44 g
30
0.50 g
26
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal
16
71.00 kcal
12
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
47.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
45.00 kcal
19
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
300.00 kcal
17
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
61.00 kcal
18
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
45.00 kcal
33
130.00 kcal
7
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal
14
245.00 kcal
20
Calories in Pie
333.00 kcal
12
392.00 kcal
4
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Citrus
Season
Winter
Autumn, Winter
Varieties
Sweet Orange - Persian orange, Navel orange, Valencia orange and Blood orange. Sour Orange - Seville orange, Bergamot orange, Chinotto orange and Daidai.
Hong Kong, Marumi, Meiwa, Centenniel and Nagami
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Orange
Orange, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Orange
Orange
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Succulent
Juicy
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Sweet, Tart
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
China
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy loam
Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Hot
Cold, Warm
Facts
Facts about
- There are around 600 varieties of oranges available worldwide.
- More than 1 plant can grow from a single orange seed.
- Orange and orange blossoms are a symbol of love.
- Orange tree is usually propagated by grafting.
- The entire kumquat fruit is edible, except few seeds.
- The taste of kumquat skin is sweet while inner flesh is tart.
- There are some hybrid varieties of kumquats such as mandarinquats, orangequats and limequats.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
No
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Brazil
China
Other Countries
China, Egypt, India, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Brazil, Mexico, Spain, United States of America
Top Importer
Germany
United Kingdom
Top Exporter
Spain
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus sinensis
Citrus japonica
Synonym
Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis
Fortunella margarita
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Rutaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Citrus
Citrus
Species
C. × sinensis
C. japonica
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Orange and Kumquat
We might think that Orange and Kumquat are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Orange and Kumquat Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Orange and Kumquat is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Orange and Kumquat with peel is 63.00 kcal and 71.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 47.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Orange and Kumquat belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Orange and Kumquat is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Orange belongs to Rutaceae family and Kumquat belongs to Rutaceae family. Orange belongs to Citrus genus of C. × sinensis species and Kumquat belongs to Citrus genus of C. japonica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
