Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension
General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Strictly avoid empty stomach
Along with meal, 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.
Vitamin A (Retinol)
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin
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Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
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Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
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Type
Tropical
Berry, Tree fruit
Season
Spring, Summer
Autumn, Winter
Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis
Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Orange, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Brown
Yellow
Shape
Curving Cylinder
Round
Origin
Africa
Eastern United States
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny
Facts about
- 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.
- It is said that formation of seeds inside the persimmon fruit shows what type of winter is coming(type of snow).
- There are about 2000 varieties of this fruit.
- The American persimmon has another name 'Possumwood'.
Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Thailand
United States of America
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Diospyros virginiana
Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
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Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Family
Fabaceae
Ebenaceae
Genus
Tamarindus
Diospyros
Species
Tamarindus indica
D. virginiana
Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
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Difference Between Tamarind and American Persimmon
We might think that Tamarind and American Persimmon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tamarind and American Persimmon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tamarind and American Persimmon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and American Persimmon with peel is Not Available and 127.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tamarind and American Persimmon belong to High Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Tamarind and American Persimmon is Fabales and Ericales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.