Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Reduces nervous tension, Ulcer prevention
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
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
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Regulates hair growth
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
Allergic reaction
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, 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)
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)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
Phytosterol
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 Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Season
Winter
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Meech’s Prolific, Lusitanica, Champion and Vranja AGM
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Color
Green, Yellow
Brown, Reddish-brown
Shape
Round
Curving Cylinder
Origin
Iran, South-West Asia, Turkey
Africa
Soil Type
Loam, Well-drained
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
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.
- 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.
Top Producer
Turkey
India
Other Countries
Algeria, Argentina, Azerbaijan, China, Iran, Morocco, Serbia, Spain, Uzbekistan
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Argentina
Thailand
Botanical Name
Cydonia oblonga
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
C. vulgaris
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Species
C. oblonga
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Rose
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Quince and Tamarind
We might think that Quince and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Quince and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Quince and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Quince and Tamarind with peel is 57.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Quince and Tamarind belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Quince and Tamarind is Rosales and Fabales respectively. Quince belongs to Rosaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Quince belongs to Cydonia genus of C. oblonga species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.