Physalis and Eggplant
Benefits
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, Heart care, Reduces blood circulation problems
General Benefits
Treatment of asthma, Treatment of cataract, Treatment of hepatitis, Treatment of macular degeneration, Treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Flu treatment, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Treatment of Rheumatism & Dermatitis, Treatment of Skin Inflammation
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Unknown
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
NA
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Hives, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
Hypertension, Ventricular Tachycardia
Allergic reaction, Irritation, Nausea, Skin rash, Swelling
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
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, Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
13.30 g
36
5.88 g
99+
Fiber
0.50 g
40
3.00 g
20
Sugar
3.90 g
99+
3.53 g
99+
Protein
2.30 g
8
0.98 g
27
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.17
10
0.17
10
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
150.00 mcg
5
Not Available
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.11 mg
3
0.04 mg
25
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
23
0.04 mg
25
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
2.80 mg
1
0.65 mg
19
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
0.28 mg
17
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
0.08 mg
18
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
22.00 mcg
12
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
28.00 mg
32
2.20 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.50 mg
19
0.30 mg
23
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
3.50 mcg
19
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
36.00 mcg
24
Choline
2.00 mg
30
6.90 mg
15
Fat
0.00 g
99+
0.18 g
35
Minerals
Potassium
170.00 mg
99+
229.00 mg
31
Iron
1.30 mg
11
0.23 mg
99+
Sodium
Not Available
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
12.00 mg
29
9.00 mg
35
Magnesium
8.00 mg
27
14.00 mg
20
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.16 mg
17
Phosphorus
39.00 mg
9
24.00 mg
21
Manganese
0.40 mg
9
0.23 mg
19
Copper
0.10 mg
22
0.08 mg
28
Selenium
Not Available
0.30 mcg
14
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
Not Available
13.00 mg
28
Omega 6s
Not Available
63.00 mg
28
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
7.00 mg
12
Water Content
Not Available
92.30 g
5
Ash
0.80 g
13
0.66 g
17
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
77.00 kcal
9
25.00 kcal
39
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
60.00 kcal
22
30.00 kcal
38
Calories in Jam
238.00 kcal
22
Not Available
Calories in Pie
320.00 kcal
14
Not Available
Characteristics
Type
Fruit vegetable
Fruit vegetable, Tropical
Season
Spring, Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Physalis franchetii, Physalis pruinosa, Physalis peruviana, Physalis heterophylla and Physalis philadelphica
Black Magic, Black Beauty, Black Bell, Sicilian, Italian, Indian (Baby), Japanese, Chinese and White
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Bright Yellow, Orange
Black, Green, Pink, Purple, Purplish black
Inside Color
Orange
White
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Fleshy
Taste
NA
Bitter, Slightly sweet, Spongy
Origin
Chile, Peru
India
Grows on
Bushes
Bushes
Cultivation
Soil Type
NA
Sandy loam
Soil pH
5-6.1
6-7
Climatic Conditions
NA
Warm to hot climate
Facts
Facts about
NA
- In Italy, it's a belief that diet rich in eggplant leads to madness. Hence, they call it a 'crazy apple'.
- Eggplant contains nicotine & can help quit smoking.
- Juice made from its leaves and roots is medicinal.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
No
No
Beer
Yes
No
Spirits
No
No
Cocktails
Yes
No
Production
Top Producer
NA
China
Other Countries
NA
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Japan, Spain, Turkey
Top Importer
Netherlands
United States of America
Top Exporter
Colombia
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Physalis Peruviana
Solanum melongena
Synonym
Alkekengi, Herschellia & Pentaphitrum
Solanum ovigerum or Solanum trongum
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Asteridae
Asteridae
Order
Solanales
Solanales
Family
Solanaceae
Solanaceae
Genus
Physalis
Solanum
Species
Physalis
S. melongena
Generic Group
Not Available
Not Available
Difference Between Physalis and Eggplant
We might think that Physalis and Eggplant are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Physalis and Eggplant Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Physalis and Eggplant is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Physalis and Eggplant with peel is 77.00 kcal and 25.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Physalis and Eggplant belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Physalis and Eggplant is Solanales and Solanales respectively. Physalis belongs to Solanaceae family and Eggplant belongs to Solanaceae family. Physalis belongs to Physalis genus of Physalis species and Eggplant belongs to Solanum genus of S. melongena species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
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