Plum and Fig

Plum

Fig

Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents diabetes

Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension

General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Flu treatment, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold

Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots

Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff

Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

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)

Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

11.42 g

99+

19.20 g

Fiber

1.40 g

2.90 g

Sugar

9.92 g

16.30 g

Protein

0.70 g

99+

0.80 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.06

0.04

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg

7.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg

0.06 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg

0.05 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg

0.40 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg

99+

0.30 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg

99+

0.11 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg

6.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg

99+

2.00 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg

0.11 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg

4.70 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg

9.00 mcg

Choline

1.90 mg

4.70 mg

Fat

0.28 g

0.30 g

Minerals

Potassium

157.00 mg

99+

232.00 mg

Iron

0.17 mg

99+

0.37 mg

Sodium

0.00 mg

1.00 mg

Calcium

6.00 mg

35.00 mg

Magnesium

7.00 mg

17.00 mg

Zinc

0.10 mg

0.15 mg

Phosphorus

16.00 mg

14.00 mg

Manganese

0.05 mg

99+

0.13 mg

Copper

0.06 mg

0.07 mg

Selenium

0.00 mcg

0.20 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg

Omega 6s

44.00 mg

144.00 mg

Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg

31.00 mg

Water Content

87.02 g

79.11 g

99+

Ash

0.40 g

0.66 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal

74.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal

71.42 kcal

Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal

249.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal

69.00 kcal

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

71.00 kcal

65.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

310.00 kcal

360.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal

450.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Season

Summer

Summer, Winter

Varieties

Victoria, President, Czar, Ariel, Avalon and Oullins Gage

Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig

Seedless Variety

Yes

Color

Pink, Purple, Red

Green, Purple, Red

Inside Color

Yellow

Pink

Shape

Round

Conical

Texture

Grainy

Fleshy

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Sweet

Origin

Caucasus

Western Asia

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay, Loam, Sandy loam

Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy

Soil pH

5.5-6.5

5-7

Climatic Conditions

Cold

Dry, Warm

Facts

Facts about

In china, plums are used for production of wine.
A chemical called amygdalin found in plum seeds, turns into toxic compound in human body.
Plum tree produces fruit 3-5 yrs after planting.

Fig tree is considered as a symbol of abundance, fertility and sweetness.
The fig is made up of 55% of natural sugar so they are the sweetest fruits.
Figs are used as a fat substitute in recipes.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

China

Turkey

Other Countries

Bosnia, Chile, India, Iran, Italy, Romania, Serbia, Turkey, United States of America

Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America

Top Importer

United Kingdom

France

Top Exporter

Chile

Turkey

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica

Ficus carica

Synonym

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Alismidae

Order

Rosales

Family

Rosaceae

Moraceae

Genus

Prunus

Ficus

Species

P. domestica

Ficus carica

Generic Group

Rose

Mulberry

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Difference Between Plum and Fig

We might think that Plum and Fig are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Plum and Fig Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Plum and Fig is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Plum and Fig with peel is 46.00 kcal and 74.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Plum and Fig belong to Low Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Plum and Fig is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Plum belongs to Rosaceae family and Fig belongs to Moraceae family. Plum belongs to Prunus genus of P. domestica species and Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.