Orange and Physalis
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
Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Cancer prevention, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Reduces blood circulation problems, Treatment of cough, fever & sore throat, Treatment of Hypertension
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Treatment of asthma, Treatment of cataract, Treatment of hepatitis, Treatment of macular degeneration, Treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Treatment of Rheumatism & Dermatitis, Treatment of Skin Inflammation
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Unknown
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
NA
Side Effects
Abdominal cramps, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
Hypertension, Ventricular Tachycardia
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, 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+
13.30 g
36
Fiber
2.40 g
24
0.50 g
40
Sugar
9.35 g
26
3.90 g
99+
Protein
0.94 g
28
2.30 g
8
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
18
0.17
10
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
11.00 mcg
26
150.00 mcg
5
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.09 mg
8
0.11 mg
3
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
23
0.04 mg
23
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.28 mg
99+
2.80 mg
1
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.25 mg
21
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
29
Not Available
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
30.00 mcg
8
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
53.20 mg
14
28.00 mg
32
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.18 mg
31
0.50 mg
19
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
129.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Choline
8.40 mg
10
2.00 mg
30
Fat
0.12 g
99+
0.00 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
181.00 mg
99+
170.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.10 mg
99+
1.30 mg
11
Sodium
0.00 mg
21
Not Available
Calcium
40.00 mg
7
12.00 mg
29
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
8.00 mg
27
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
14.00 mg
32
39.00 mg
9
Manganese
0.03 mg
99+
0.40 mg
9
Copper
0.05 mg
99+
0.10 mg
22
Selenium
0.50 mcg
11
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
7.00 mg
32
Not Available
Omega 6s
18.00 mg
99+
Not Available
Sterol
Water Content
86.75 g
28
Not Available
Ash
0.44 g
30
0.80 g
13
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal
16
77.00 kcal
9
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
60.00 kcal
22
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal
14
238.00 kcal
22
Calories in Pie
333.00 kcal
12
320.00 kcal
14
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Fruit vegetable
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.
Physalis franchetii, Physalis pruinosa, Physalis peruviana, Physalis heterophylla and Physalis philadelphica
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Orange
Bright Yellow, Orange
Inside Color
Orange
Orange
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Succulent
Juicy
Taste
Sweet-Sour
NA
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
Chile, Peru
Grows on
Trees
Bushes
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy loam
NA
Soil pH
6-6.5
5-6.1
Climatic Conditions
Hot
NA
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.
NA
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
No
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Brazil
NA
Other Countries
China, Egypt, India, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
NA
Top Importer
Germany
Netherlands
Top Exporter
Spain
Colombia
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus sinensis
Physalis Peruviana
Synonym
Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis
Alkekengi, Herschellia & Pentaphitrum
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Asteridae
Order
Sapindales
Solanales
Family
Rutaceae
Solanaceae
Genus
Citrus
Physalis
Species
C. × sinensis
Physalis
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Not Available
Difference Between Orange and Physalis
We might think that Orange and Physalis are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Orange and Physalis Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Orange and Physalis is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Orange and Physalis with peel is 63.00 kcal and 77.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 47.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Orange and Physalis belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Orange and Physalis is Sapindales and Solanales respectively. Orange belongs to Rutaceae family and Physalis belongs to Solanaceae family. Orange belongs to Citrus genus of C. × sinensis species and Physalis belongs to Physalis genus of Physalis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
