Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of osteoarthritis
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures headache, Digestive aid
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Acts as moisturizer, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp
Prevents hair loss
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Fainting, Itching, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
Abdominal cramps, Allergic reaction, Bloating, Intestinal gas
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Best Time to Eat
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, 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 K (Phyllochinone)
Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Season
Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Evan, Mesabi, Meteor, Northstar, Montmorency and Mongolian
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Color
Red
Brown, Reddish-brown
Shape
Round
Curving Cylinder
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Sour-Sweet
Origin
Europe, Western Asia
Africa
Soil Type
Sandy
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Facts about
- Using 1/4 tablespoon of almond extract with cherries, brings out the real flavor of cherries.
- In earlier times, serving cherry pie with ice cream was prohibited.
- 23 April is National cherry cheese cake day.
- 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
Albania, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Croatia, Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Iran, Italy, Macedonia, Moldova, Poland, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine, United States of America, Uzbekistan
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
Germany
United States of America
Top Exporter
Poland
Thailand
Botanical Name
Prunus cerasus
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Not Available
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Species
P. cerasus
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Rose
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Sour Cherry and Tamarind
We might think that Sour Cherry and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Sour Cherry and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Sour Cherry and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Sour Cherry and Tamarind with peel is 50.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Sour Cherry and Tamarind belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Sour Cherry and Tamarind is Rosales and Fabales respectively. Sour Cherry belongs to Rosaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Sour Cherry belongs to Prunus genus of P. cerasus species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.