Health Benefits
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
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
General Benefits
Treatment of asthma, Treatment of cataract, Treatment of hepatitis, Treatment of macular degeneration, Treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Treatment of Rheumatism & Dermatitis, Treatment of Skin Inflammation
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Unknown
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
Allergy Symptoms
NA
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Hypertension, Ventricular Tachycardia
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
Best Time to Eat
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
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
Phytosterol
Not Available
Water Content
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Type
Fruit vegetable
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Spring, Summer
Summer
Varieties
Physalis franchetii, Physalis pruinosa, Physalis peruviana, Physalis heterophylla and Physalis philadelphica
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Color
Bright Yellow, Orange
Dark green
Inside Color
Orange
White
Origin
Chile, Peru
Mexico, Central America
Soil Type
NA
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Climatic Conditions
NA
Humid, Without frosts
Facts about
NA
- The oldest living avocado tree is found in University of California and was planted in 1879.
- Avocados can be swapped for butter in Baked Goods Recipes.
- Avocado ripens more quickly with a banana or an apple around.
Other Countries
NA
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
Top Importer
Netherlands
United States of America
Top Exporter
Colombia
Mexico
Botanical Name
Physalis Peruviana
Persea Americana
Synonym
Alkekengi, Herschellia & Pentaphitrum
Persea Gratissima
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Asteridae
Magnollidae
Family
Solanaceae
Lauraceae
Species
Physalis
P. Americana
Generic Group
Not Available
Laurel
Difference Between Physalis and Avocado
We might think that Physalis and Avocado are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Physalis and Avocado Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Physalis and Avocado is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Physalis and Avocado with peel is 77.00 kcal and 160.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Physalis and Avocado belong to High Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Physalis and Avocado is Solanales and Laurales respectively. Physalis belongs to Solanaceae family and Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family. Physalis belongs to Physalis genus of Physalis species and Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.