Pear and Japanese Persimmon
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves eye vision, Weight loss properties
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Sore throat treatment
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation
Skin Benefits
Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Shiny hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Itching, Skin Rashes, Swelling
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Diarrhoea, Might affect blood pressure level
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
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)
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.23 g
26
18.59 g
15
Fiber
3.10 g
19
3.60 g
17
Sugar
9.75 g
24
12.53 g
14
Protein
0.36 g
99+
0.58 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.03
25
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
1.00 mcg
36
81.00 mcg
7
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.03 mg
31
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.16 mg
99+
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.05 mg
99+
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.10 mg
15
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
7.00 mcg
28
8.00 mcg
27
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
4.30 mg
99+
7.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.12 mg
35
0.73 mg
15
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
4.40 mcg
16
2.60 mcg
24
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
159.00 mcg
6
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
44.00 mcg
23
834.00 mcg
1
Choline
5.10 mg
24
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.14 g
39
0.19 g
34
Minerals
Potassium
116.00 mg
99+
161.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.18 mg
99+
0.15 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
9.00 mg
35
8.00 mg
37
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
9.00 mg
26
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.11 mg
22
Phosphorus
12.00 mg
34
17.00 mg
28
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
0.36 mg
12
Copper
0.08 mg
27
0.11 mg
17
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
1.00 mg
37
4.00 mg
34
Omega 6s
93.00 mg
20
39.00 mg
38
Sterol
Phytosterol
8.00 mg
10
4.00 mg
14
Water Content
83.96 g
99+
80.32 g
99+
Ash
0.32 g
37
0.33 g
36
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
57.00 kcal
19
70.00 kcal
13
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
274.00 kcal
23
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
65.00 kcal
19
90.00 kcal
11
Calories in Jam
240.00 kcal
21
345.00 kcal
6
Calories in Pie
282.00 kcal
27
284.00 kcal
25
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Berry, Tree fruit
Season
Autumn, Summer, Winter
Autumn, Winter
Varieties
Green Anjou, Red Anjou, Bartlett, Red Bartlett, Bosc, Comice, Concorde, Forelle, Seckel and Starkrimson
Fuyu, Jiro, Gosho, Suruga, Hiratanenashi, Hachiya, Aizumishirazu, Yotsumizo, Yokono, Costata, Ormond and Tamopan
Seedless Variety
Yes
Yes
Color
Yellow
Orange, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
White
Orange
Shape
Pear
Round
Texture
Grainy
Juicy
Taste
Crunchy, Sweet
Sweet
Origin
China, Japan
Burma, China, India, Japan
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clayey, Loamy, Sandy
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5-7.5
6.5-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Hot, Without frosts
Can tolerate wide range of climates
Facts
Facts about
- The first pear tree was planted in North America in 1620.
- The Chinese considered the pear fruit to be a symbol of immortality.
- This fruit was used as a natural remedy against nausea in ancient Greece.
- Unripe persimmons contain lots of tannin which is used to brew sake & to preserve wood in Japan.
- A small non-edible fruit of persimmon tree is crushed with water, the solution is painted on paper & used to repel mosquitoes.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Not Available
Beer
Yes
Not Available
Spirits
Yes
Not Available
Cocktails
Yes
Not Available
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Argentina, Belgium, India, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Israel, Italy, Japan, Pakistan
Top Importer
Europe
United States of America
Top Exporter
China
Japan
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Pyrus communis
Diospyros kaki
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Rosales
Ericales
Family
Rosaceae
Ebenaceae
Genus
Pyrus
Diospyros
Species
P. communis
D. kaki
Generic Group
Rose
Not Available
Difference Between Pear and Japanese Persimmon
We might think that Pear and Japanese Persimmon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Pear and Japanese Persimmon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Pear and Japanese Persimmon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pear and Japanese Persimmon with peel is 57.00 kcal and 70.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Pear and Japanese Persimmon 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 Pear and Japanese Persimmon is Rosales and Ericales respectively. Pear belongs to Rosaceae family and Japanese Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family. Pear belongs to Pyrus genus of P. communis species and Japanese Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. kaki species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
