Health Benefits
Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Diarrhea treatment
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension, Reduces blood circulation problems, Reduces stress, Regulation of heart rate, Strengthening of bones
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Digestive aid
Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Treatment of acne, Treats minor cuts
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
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Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
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Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Sneezing, Swelling of face, Watery eyes
Side Effects
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Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
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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, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Type
Tropical
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Winter
Winter
Varieties
Button Mangosteen and Lemondrop Mangosteen
Ahdar, Ahmar, Asfar, Blush, Champagne, Early Red, Eulalia, Fire Ball, Golden Red, Golden Yellow, Oliver, Thales, Thames Pride, Victor and Wolfe
Seedless Variety
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Color
Purple
Orange, Yellow
Inside Color
White
Orange
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
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Sweet, Tart
Origin
Moluccas of Indonesia, Sunda Islands
China
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
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Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-drained
Soil pH
5-65.5-6.5
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
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Warm to hot climate
Facts about
Purple Mangosteen is often referred to as the 'Queen of Fruits'.
- Loquats are used in plum wine manufacturing.
- Dried leaves of loquat are used to make herbal tea.
- The seeds of loquat are slightly toxic & the symptoms of intoxication are nausea, vomiting & shortness of breath.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
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Beer
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Spirits
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Cocktails
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Production
Top Producer
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Japan
Other Countries
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Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, Turkey
Top Importer
United States of America
China
Top Exporter
Thailand
Spain