Physalis and Orange
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
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Lower blood pressure, Prevents constipation, Prevents diabetes, Strengthening of bones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
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
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Unknown
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
NA
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Fainting, Runny nose, Skin rash, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Hypertension, Ventricular Tachycardia
Abdominal cramps, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
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
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
11.75 g
99+
Fiber
0.50 g
40
2.40 g
24
Sugar
3.90 g
99+
9.35 g
26
Protein
2.30 g
8
0.94 g
28
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.17
10
0.08
18
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
150.00 mcg
5
11.00 mcg
26
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.11 mg
3
0.09 mg
8
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
23
0.04 mg
23
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
2.80 mg
1
0.28 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
0.25 mg
21
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
0.06 mg
29
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
30.00 mcg
8
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
28.00 mg
32
53.20 mg
14
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.50 mg
19
0.18 mg
31
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
129.00 mcg
9
Choline
2.00 mg
30
8.40 mg
10
Fat
0.00 g
99+
0.12 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
170.00 mg
99+
181.00 mg
99+
Iron
1.30 mg
11
0.10 mg
99+
Sodium
Not Available
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
12.00 mg
29
40.00 mg
7
Magnesium
8.00 mg
27
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
39.00 mg
9
14.00 mg
32
Manganese
0.40 mg
9
0.03 mg
99+
Copper
0.10 mg
22
0.05 mg
99+
Selenium
Not Available
0.50 mcg
11
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
Not Available
7.00 mg
32
Omega 6s
Not Available
18.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
Not Available
86.75 g
28
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
63.00 kcal
16
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
47.00 kcal
16
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
45.00 kcal
19
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
300.00 kcal
17
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
61.00 kcal
18
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
60.00 kcal
22
45.00 kcal
33
Calories in Jam
238.00 kcal
22
260.00 kcal
14
Calories in Pie
320.00 kcal
14
333.00 kcal
12
Characteristics
Type
Fruit vegetable
Citrus
Season
Spring, Summer
Winter
Varieties
Physalis franchetii, Physalis pruinosa, Physalis peruviana, Physalis heterophylla and Physalis philadelphica
Sweet Orange - Persian orange, Navel orange, Valencia orange and Blood orange. Sour Orange - Seville orange, Bergamot orange, Chinotto orange and Daidai.
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Bright Yellow, Orange
Orange
Inside Color
Orange
Orange
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Succulent
Taste
NA
Sweet-Sour
Origin
Chile, Peru
South-Eastern Asia
Grows on
Bushes
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
NA
Loam, Sandy loam
Soil pH
5-6.1
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
NA
Hot
Facts
Facts about
NA
- There are around 600 varieties of oranges available worldwide.
- More than 1 plant can grow from a single orange seed.
- Orange and orange blossoms are a symbol of love.
- Orange tree is usually propagated by grafting.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
No
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
NA
Brazil
Other Countries
NA
China, Egypt, India, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Netherlands
Germany
Top Exporter
Colombia
Spain
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Physalis Peruviana
Citrus sinensis
Synonym
Alkekengi, Herschellia & Pentaphitrum
Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Asteridae
Rosidae
Order
Solanales
Sapindales
Family
Solanaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Physalis
Citrus
Species
Physalis
C. × sinensis
Generic Group
Not Available
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Physalis and Orange
We might think that Physalis and Orange are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Physalis and Orange Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Physalis and Orange is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Physalis and Orange with peel is 77.00 kcal and 63.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 47.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Physalis and Orange 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 Orange is Solanales and Sapindales respectively. Physalis belongs to Solanaceae family and Orange belongs to Rutaceae family. Physalis belongs to Physalis genus of Physalis species and Orange belongs to Citrus genus of C. × sinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
