Quince and Fig

Quince

Fig

Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Reduces nervous tension, Ulcer prevention

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

General Benefits

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

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

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles

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

Hair Benefits

Regulates hair growth

Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

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, 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)

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

15.30 g

19.20 g

Fiber

1.90 g

2.90 g

Sugar

Not Available

16.30 g

Protein

0.40 g

99+

0.80 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.03

0.04

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

2.00 mcg

7.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.02 mg

0.06 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg

0.05 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.20 mg

99+

0.40 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.08 mg

99+

0.30 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.04 mg

99+

0.11 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

3.00 mcg

6.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

15.00 mg

2.00 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

Not Available

0.11 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

Not Available

4.70 mcg

Lycopene

Not Available

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

Not Available

9.00 mcg

Choline

Not Available

4.70 mg

Fat

0.10 g

99+

0.30 g

Minerals

Potassium

197.00 mg

232.00 mg

Iron

0.70 mg

0.37 mg

Sodium

4.00 mg

1.00 mg

Calcium

11.00 mg

35.00 mg

Magnesium

8.00 mg

17.00 mg

Zinc

0.04 mg

0.15 mg

Phosphorus

17.00 mg

14.00 mg

Manganese

Not Available

0.13 mg

Copper

0.13 mg

0.07 mg

Selenium

0.60 mcg

0.20 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg

Omega 6s

49.00 mg

144.00 mg

Sterol

Phytosterol

Not Available

31.00 mg

Water Content

83.80 g

99+

79.11 g

99+

Ash

0.40 g

0.66 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

57.00 kcal

74.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

71.42 kcal

Calories in Dried Form

320.00 kcal

249.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

Not Available

69.00 kcal

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

50.00 kcal

65.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

130.00 kcal

360.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

310.00 kcal

450.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Season

Winter

Summer, Winter

Varieties

Meech’s Prolific, Lusitanica, Champion and Vranja AGM

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

Green, Yellow

Green, Purple, Red

Inside Color

White

Pink

Shape

Round

Conical

Texture

Crunchy

Fleshy

Taste

Tart

Sweet

Origin

Iran, South-West Asia, Turkey

Western Asia

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Loam, Well-drained

Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy

Soil pH

6-7

5-7

Climatic Conditions

Warm

Dry, Warm

Facts

Facts about

Due to its strong & fruity aroma, brides consumed quince to ensure "perfumed lips".
It is also called as ‘Pear of Cydonia’, being native to Caucasus and Iran.
They call it as the ‘golden apple’ of Greek Mythology.

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

Turkey

Other Countries

Algeria, Argentina, Azerbaijan, China, Iran, Morocco, Serbia, Spain, Uzbekistan

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

Top Importer

United States of America

France

Top Exporter

Argentina

Turkey

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Cydonia oblonga

Ficus carica

Synonym

C. vulgaris

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Alismidae

Order

Rosales

Family

Rosaceae

Moraceae

Genus

Cydonia

Ficus

Species

C. oblonga

Ficus carica

Generic Group

Rose

Mulberry

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Difference Between Quince and Fig

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Quince and Fig with peel is 57.00 kcal and 74.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Quince 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 Quince and Fig is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Quince belongs to Rosaceae family and Fig belongs to Moraceae family. Quince belongs to Cydonia genus of C. oblonga species and Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.