Health Benefits
Anti depressant, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Improves stomach health, Increases metabolic rate, Prevents constipation
  
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
  
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
  
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
  
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
  
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
  
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Shiny hair, Treatment of dandruff
  
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
  
Allergy
  
  
Allergy Symptoms
Chest pains, Eczema, Hives inside the cheeks, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling, Watery eyes
  
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
  
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
  
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
  
Recommeded for
  
  
Pregnant Women
Yes
  
Yes
  
Lactating Women
No
  
Yes
  
Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
  
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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Minerals
  
  
Fatty Acids
  
  
Sterol
  
  
Phytosterol
Not Available
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
  
Calories in Dried Form
277.00 kcal
  
21
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Juice
Not Available
  
Calories in Jam
Not Available
  
260.00 kcal
  
14
Calories in Pie
Not Available
  
280.00 kcal
  
28
Type
Berry
  
Tree fruit, Tropical
  
Season
Spring, Summer
  
Spring, Summer
  
Varieties
Allstar, Annapolis, Cavendish, Chandler, Earliglow, Flavorfest, Honeoye, Jewel, Northeaster, San Andreas, Seascape, Tribute and Tristar
  
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
  
Seedless Variety
No
  
No
  
Color
Bright red
  
Bright red, Pink red
  
Inside Color
Pink
  
Greyish-white
  
Shape
Conical
  
Oval
  
Texture
Juicy
  
Fleshy
  
Taste
Sour-Sweet
  
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
  
Origin
Europe
  
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
  
Grows on
Bushes
  
Trees
  
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Loam
  
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
  
Soil pH
6-6.5
  
5.5-6.5
  
Climatic Conditions
Cold
  
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
  
Facts about
- Strawberry is the only fruit with seeds on its covering.
- Belgium has a museum dedicated to strawberries.
- Americans eat almost 3.4 pounds of fresh strawberries each year.
- They are believed to be an aphrodisiac.
  
- The seed of Lychee fruit is toxic & can adversely affect the digestive system.
- This fruit gives a smoky flavor when eaten dried.
- This fruit is a symbol of love and romance in China.
  
In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  
Wine
Yes
  
Yes
  
Beer
Yes
  
Yes
  
Spirits
Yes
  
Yes
  
Cocktails
Yes
  
Yes
  
Production
  
  
Top Producer
United States of America
  
China
  
Other Countries
Egypt, Mexico, Russia, Spain, Turkey
  
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
  
Top Importer
Canada
  
Hong Kong
  
Top Exporter
United States of America
  
China
  
Botanical Name
Fragaria Ananassa
  
Litchi chinensis
  
Synonym
Not Available
  
Nephelium litchi
  
Domain
Eukarya
  
Eukarya
  
Kingdom
Plantae
  
Plantae
  
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
  
Tracheobionta
  
Division
Magnoliophyta
  
Magnoliophyta
  
Class
Magnoliopsida
  
Magnoliopsida
  
Subclass
Rosidae
  
Rosidae
  
Order
Rosales
  
Sapindales
  
Family
Rosaceae
  
Sapindaceae
  
Genus
Fragaria
  
Litchi
  
Species
F. ananassa
  
L. chinensis
  
Generic Group
Rose
  
Soapberry