Health Benefits
Anti-oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Skin rejuvenation, Strengthening of bones
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Reduces nervous tension, Ulcer prevention
General Benefits
Antiseptic properties, Cures headache, Removes waste from kidney
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
Skin Benefits
Hydrates skin
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner
Regulates hair growth
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Chest pains, Rhinitis, Wheezing
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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, 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)
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)
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Tree fruit
Season
Early summer, Early winter, Late fall, Late spring
Winter
Varieties
Rongrien, Chompu, Rapiah, Bingjai and Lebak Bulus
Meech’s Prolific, Lusitanica, Champion and Vranja AGM
Seedless Variety
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Color
Coral red, Yellow
Green, Yellow
Inside Color
Greyish-white
White
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Crunchy
Taste
Sour, Sweet
Tart
Origin
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Iran, South-West Asia, Turkey
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam
Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.56-7
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Humid
Warm
Facts about
- Oils extracted from its seeds is used to make soaps and candles.
- 'Rambut' means hairy in Malay.
- It makes the best hair mask.
- Seeds are edible and healthy too.
- 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.
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
Thailand
Turkey
Other Countries
Africa, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Sri Lanka
Algeria, Argentina, Azerbaijan, China, Iran, Morocco, Serbia, Spain, Uzbekistan
Top Importer
Singapore
United States of America
Top Exporter
Thailand
Argentina