Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Prevents macular degeneration, Prevents rheumatoid
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Prevents Urinary Tract Infection
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Flu treatment, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Hydrates skin, Skin revitalization, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Softening mask, Treatment of dandruff
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Carotenemia on excessive consumtion, Latex Allergy
Abdominal cramps, Abdominal pains, Diarrhea, Lightheadedness, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Skin problems, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Allergic reaction, Dizziness, Stomach pain
Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal
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)
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Not Available
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Calories in Jam
Not Available
Type
Melon, Tree fruit
Citrus, Tropical
Season
All seasons
All seasons
Varieties
Coorg Honey Dew, Pusa Dwarf, Pusa Giant, Pusa Majesty, Pusa Delicious, Pusa Dwarf, Solo, Ranchi, Taiwan-785 and Taiwan-786
Chandler, Cocktail, Cuban Shaddock, Hirado Buntan, Honey, Jaffa Red, Mato Buntan, Pomelit, Reinking, Siamese Sweet and Sweetie
Color
Orange, Yellow
Green, Pink, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Orange
Creamy Yellow
Taste
Luscious, Sweet
Juicy, Sweet
Origin
Mexico, Central America
Malaysia, South-Eastern Asia, Thailand
Soil Type
Rocky, Sandy, Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Sandy
Climatic Conditions
Warm, Without frosts
Warm
Facts about
- Papaya seeds show contraceptive effects in male monkeys.
- Their seeds are used as a replacement for black pepper in some nations due to peppery taste.
- Papaya is known by funny names like paw paw or papaw and the mamao.
- Flowers of pomelo fruit are used to make perfumes.
- Pomelo tree wood is used for the manufacture of tool handles.
- Life of pomelo tree is around 10 years.
- Height of pomelo can be 15-20 feet.
Other Countries
Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Europe
Top Exporter
Mexico
United States of America
Botanical Name
Carica papaya
Citrus maxima
Synonym
Not Available
Citrus grandis
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Brassicales
Sapindales
Family
Caricaceae
Rutaceae
Species
C. papaya
C. maxima
Generic Group
Papaya
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Papaya and Pomelo
We might think that Papaya and Pomelo are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Papaya and Pomelo Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Papaya and Pomelo is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Papaya and Pomelo with peel is Not Available and 38.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 43.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Papaya and Pomelo 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 Papaya and Pomelo is Brassicales and Sapindales respectively. Papaya belongs to Caricaceae family and Pomelo belongs to Rutaceae family. Papaya belongs to Carica genus of C. papaya species and Pomelo belongs to Citrus genus of C. maxima species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.