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
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Treatment of asthma, Treatment of cataract, Treatment of hepatitis, Treatment of macular degeneration, Treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Treatment of Rheumatism & Dermatitis, Treatment of Skin Inflammation
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Unknown
Prevents hair loss
Allergy Symptoms
NA
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
Hypertension, Ventricular Tachycardia
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
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, Strictly avoid empty stomach
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
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
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
Tropical
Season
Spring, Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Physalis franchetii, Physalis pruinosa, Physalis peruviana, Physalis heterophylla and Physalis philadelphica
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Color
Bright Yellow, Orange
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
Orange
Brown
Shape
Round
Curving Cylinder
Origin
Chile, Peru
Africa
Soil Type
NA
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
NA
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Facts about
NA
- Tamarind is used to prevent body odor.
- African children use the tamarind seeds in games.
- No cases of tamarind toxicity or allergy reported till date.
Other Countries
NA
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
Netherlands
United States of America
Top Exporter
Colombia
Thailand
Botanical Name
Physalis Peruviana
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Alkekengi, Herschellia & Pentaphitrum
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Subclass
Asteridae
Rosidae
Family
Solanaceae
Fabaceae
Genus
Physalis
Tamarindus
Species
Physalis
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Not Available
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Physalis and Tamarind
We might think that Physalis and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Physalis and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Physalis and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Physalis and Tamarind with peel is 77.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Physalis and Tamarind 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 Tamarind is Solanales and Fabales respectively. Physalis belongs to Solanaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Physalis belongs to Physalis genus of Physalis species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.