Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents diabetes
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
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
Boosts respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Regulates hair growth
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Kidney and gallbladder diseases
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)
Along with meal, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Season
Summer
All seasons
Varieties
Victoria, President, Czar, Ariel, Avalon and Oullins Gage
Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady
Color
Pink, Purple, Red
Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White
Inside Color
Yellow
Creamy Yellow
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Creamy, Soft, Sweet
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Sandy loam
Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Warm to hot climate
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.
- The name pumpkin has its roots in the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’.
- The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds.
- Pumpkins were once known for removing freckles & curing snake bites.
Other Countries
Bosnia, Chile, India, Iran, Italy, Romania, Serbia, Turkey, United States of America
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America
Top Importer
United Kingdom
United States of America
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica
Cucurbita maxima
Synonym
Not Available
Cucurbita pepo, Squash
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Rosales
Cucurbitales
Family
Rosaceae
Cucurbitaceae
Species
P. domestica
Cucurbita mixta
Generic Group
Rose
Not Available
Difference Between Plum and Pumpkin
We might think that Plum and Pumpkin are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Plum and Pumpkin Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Plum and Pumpkin is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Plum and Pumpkin with peel is 46.00 kcal and 26.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Plum and Pumpkin belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Plum and Pumpkin is Rosales and Cucurbitales respectively. Plum belongs to Rosaceae family and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Plum belongs to Prunus genus of P. domestica species and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.