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, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
  
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
  
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, 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, Skin rejuvenation
  
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
  
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects 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
  
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
  
Side Effects
Abdominal cramps, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
  
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
  
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
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Minerals
  
  
Fatty Acids
  
  
Sterol
  
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Calories in Dried Form
300.00 kcal
  
17
277.00 kcal
  
21
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal
  
14
260.00 kcal
  
14
Calories in Pie
333.00 kcal
  
12
280.00 kcal
  
28
Type
Citrus
  
Tree fruit, Tropical
  
Season
Winter
  
Spring, Summer
  
Varieties
Sweet Orange - Persian orange, Navel orange, Valencia orange and Blood orange. Sour Orange - Seville orange, Bergamot orange, Chinotto orange and Daidai.
  
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
  
Seedless Variety
Yes
  
No
  
Color
Orange
  
Bright red, Pink red
  
Inside Color
Orange
  
Greyish-white
  
Shape
Round
  
Oval
  
Texture
Succulent
  
Fleshy
  
Taste
Sweet-Sour
  
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
  
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
  
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
  
Grows on
Trees
  
Trees
  
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy loam
  
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
  
Soil pH
6-6.5
  
5.5-6.5
  
Climatic Conditions
Hot
  
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
  
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 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.
  
In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  
Wine
Yes
  
Yes
  
Beer
Yes
  
Yes
  
Spirits
Yes
  
Yes
  
Cocktails
Yes
  
Yes
  
Production
  
  
Top Producer
Brazil
  
China
  
Other Countries
China, Egypt, India, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
  
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
  
Top Importer
Germany
  
Hong Kong
  
Top Exporter
Spain
  
China
  
Botanical Name
Citrus sinensis
  
Litchi chinensis
  
Synonym
Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis
  
Nephelium litchi
  
Domain
Eukarya
  
Eukarya
  
Kingdom
Plantae
  
Plantae
  
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
  
Tracheobionta
  
Division
Magnoliophyta
  
Magnoliophyta
  
Class
Magnoliopsida
  
Magnoliopsida
  
Subclass
Rosidae
  
Rosidae
  
Order
Sapindales
  
Sapindales
  
Family
Rutaceae
  
Sapindaceae
  
Genus
Citrus
  
Litchi
  
Species
C. × sinensis
  
L. chinensis
  
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
  
Soapberry