Tamarillo and Avocado
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Improves eye vision, Prevents diabetes, Prevents high blood pressure
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
General Benefits
Cures inflamed tonsils, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Protects skin from oxidative stress
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Diarrhea, Eczema, Hives, Itching sensation in throat, Nausea, Skin Rashes, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Heart burn
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, 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, Don't eat after meal
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
3.80 g
99+
1.00 g
99+
Fiber
3.30 g
18
6.70 g
5
Sugar
1.00 g
99+
0.70 g
99+
Protein
2.00 g
10
2.00 g
10
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.52
1
0.24
4
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
1.48 mcg
34
7.00 mcg
29
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
22
0.10 mg
7
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.00 mg
99+
0.10 mg
10
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.27 mg
99+
1.70 mg
3
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.00 mg
99+
1.40 mg
1
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.20 mg
8
0.30 mg
4
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
4.00 mcg
31
81.00 mcg
1
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
29.80 mg
29
10.00 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
2.09 mg
3
2.10 mg
2
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
21.00 mcg
2
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
271.00 mcg
4
Choline
0.00 mg
32
14.20 mg
1
Fat
0.36 g
24
14.70 g
3
Minerals
Potassium
321.00 mg
16
485.00 mg
7
Iron
0.57 mg
22
0.50 mg
24
Sodium
1.44 mg
19
7.00 mg
12
Calcium
10.70 mg
33
12.00 mg
29
Magnesium
20.60 mg
13
29.00 mg
6
Zinc
0.15 mg
18
0.60 mg
4
Phosphorus
38.90 mg
10
52.00 mg
6
Manganese
0.11 mg
29
0.10 mg
31
Copper
0.05 mg
40
0.20 mg
8
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
236.00 mg
2
Omega 6s
0.00 mg
99+
1,689.00 mg
1
Sterol
Phytosterol
0.00 mg
16
87.00 mg
1
Water Content
84.00 g
40
73.20 g
99+
Ash
0.00 g
99+
1.60 g
4
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
160.00 kcal
3
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
31.00 kcal
22
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
172.40 kcal
2
Calories in Dried Form
36.00 kcal
99+
686.40 kcal
2
Calories in Canned Form
80.00 kcal
11
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
72.00 kcal
15
306.00 kcal
2
Calories in Jam
195.00 kcal
27
222.00 kcal
23
Calories in Pie
180.00 kcal
99+
288.00 kcal
23
Characteristics
Type
Fruit vegetable
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
All seasons
Summer
Varieties
Tamarillo bold gold, Tamarillo red beau, Tamarillo tango and Tamarillo teds red
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Dark green
Inside Color
Creamy Yellow
White
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Fleshy
Juicy
Taste
Tangy, Tart
Buttery
Origin
South Africa
Mexico, Central America
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Soil pH
5.8-7
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Rainfall, Warm
Humid, Without frosts
Facts
Facts about
- Up until 1967, tamarillos were referred to as tree tomatoes.
- The name tamarillo is derived from Maori word 'tama' which means leadership and rillo from spanish word 'amarillo' which means yellow.
- The oldest living avocado tree is found in University of California and was planted in 1879.
- Avocados can be swapped for butter in Baked Goods Recipes.
- Avocado ripens more quickly with a banana or an apple around.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
No
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
New Zealand
Mexico
Other Countries
Australia, Chile, Colombia, Malaysia, Peru, Philippines
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
New Zealand
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Solanum betaceum
Persea Americana
Synonym
tree tomato, genus Cyphomandra, Cyphomandra
Persea Gratissima
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Asteridae
Magnollidae
Order
Solanales
Laurales
Family
Solanaceae
Lauraceae
Genus
Solanum
Persea
Species
Solanum betaceum
P. Americana
Generic Group
Nightshade
Laurel
Difference Between Tamarillo and Avocado
We might think that Tamarillo and Avocado are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tamarillo and Avocado Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tamarillo and Avocado is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarillo and Avocado with peel is Not Available and 160.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 31.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tamarillo and Avocado 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 Tamarillo and Avocado is Solanales and Laurales respectively. Tamarillo belongs to Solanaceae family and Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family. Tamarillo belongs to Solanum genus of Solanum betaceum species and Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
