Physalis and Lychee
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, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
General Benefits
Treatment of asthma, Treatment of cataract, Treatment of hepatitis, Treatment of macular degeneration, Treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Treatment of Rheumatism & Dermatitis, Treatment of Skin Inflammation
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Unknown
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
NA
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Hypertension, Ventricular Tachycardia
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
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
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
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
13.30 g
36
16.53 g
19
Fiber
0.50 g
40
1.30 g
33
Sugar
3.90 g
99+
15.23 g
8
Protein
2.30 g
8
0.83 g
35
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.17
10
0.05
22
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
150.00 mcg
5
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.11 mg
3
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
23
0.07 mg
14
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
2.80 mg
1
0.60 mg
24
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
0.00 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
0.10 mg
15
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
28.00 mg
32
71.50 mg
7
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.50 mg
19
0.07 mg
38
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
0.40 mcg
33
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
2.00 mg
30
7.10 mg
14
Fat
0.00 g
99+
0.44 g
20
Minerals
Potassium
170.00 mg
99+
171.00 mg
99+
Iron
1.30 mg
11
0.13 mg
99+
Sodium
Not Available
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
12.00 mg
29
5.00 mg
99+
Magnesium
8.00 mg
27
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
39.00 mg
9
31.00 mg
16
Manganese
0.40 mg
9
0.06 mg
99+
Copper
0.10 mg
22
0.15 mg
11
Selenium
Not Available
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
Not Available
65.00 mg
12
Omega 6s
Not Available
67.00 mg
27
Sterol
Water Content
Not Available
81.76 g
99+
Ash
0.80 g
13
0.44 g
30
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
77.00 kcal
9
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
66.00 kcal
10
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
77.73 kcal
8
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
277.00 kcal
21
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
91.00 kcal
8
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
60.00 kcal
22
50.00 kcal
30
Calories in Jam
238.00 kcal
22
260.00 kcal
14
Calories in Pie
320.00 kcal
14
280.00 kcal
28
Characteristics
Type
Fruit vegetable
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Spring, Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Physalis franchetii, Physalis pruinosa, Physalis peruviana, Physalis heterophylla and Physalis philadelphica
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Bright Yellow, Orange
Bright red, Pink red
Inside Color
Orange
Greyish-white
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Fleshy
Taste
NA
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Origin
Chile, Peru
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Grows on
Bushes
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
NA
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5-6.1
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
NA
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
Facts
Facts about
NA
- The seed of Lychee fruit is toxic & can adversely affect the digestive system.
- This fruit gives a smoky flavor when eaten dried.
- This fruit is a symbol of love and romance in China.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
No
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
NA
China
Other Countries
NA
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Top Importer
Netherlands
Hong Kong
Top Exporter
Colombia
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Physalis Peruviana
Litchi chinensis
Synonym
Alkekengi, Herschellia & Pentaphitrum
Nephelium litchi
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Asteridae
Rosidae
Order
Solanales
Sapindales
Family
Solanaceae
Sapindaceae
Genus
Physalis
Litchi
Species
Physalis
L. chinensis
Generic Group
Not Available
Soapberry
Difference Between Physalis and Lychee
We might think that Physalis and Lychee are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Physalis and Lychee Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Physalis and Lychee is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Physalis and Lychee with peel is 77.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 66.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Physalis and Lychee belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Physalis and Lychee is Solanales and Sapindales respectively. Physalis belongs to Solanaceae family and Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family. Physalis belongs to Physalis genus of Physalis species and Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
