Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Helps body to rest and sleep, Lower blood pressure, Prevents diabetes, Prevents strokes, Reduces risk of heart disease
General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Fights against infections, Fights Tooth Decay, Helps in weight loss, Relieves pain, Treatment of migraine
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Fairness, Hydrates skin, Prevents skin cancer, Skin repair, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Cure for hair loss, Increasing hair volume, Prevents hair loss, Strengthening of hair
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Diarrhea, Hoarseness, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Pollen allergies, Sore eyes, Vomiting, Watery eyes, Wheezing
Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
High doses of black cherry bark can be poisonous and even fatal.
Lactating Women
No
Not Available
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
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Not Available
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Not Available
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Juice
Not Available
Calories in Jam
Not Available
Calories in Pie
Not Available
Season
Spring, Summer
Summer
Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
alabamensis, capuli , eximia and hirsuta
Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Black
Inside Color
Brown
Maroon
Shape
Curving Cylinder
Round
Taste
Sour-Sweet
Sweet-Sour
Origin
Africa
North America
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Not Available
Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Cold
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.
- Black cherry is deciduous tree that belongs to the family of roses.
- Some foods made from Black Cherry fruit include jelly and wine.
- Inner bark of black cherry is used in the manufacture of cough syrup.
Top Producer
India
Turkey
Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Austria, Bulgaria, Chile, China, France, Greece, Iran, Italy, Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Spain, Syria, Ukraine, United States of America, Uzbekistan
Top Importer
United States of America
France
Top Exporter
Thailand
Turkey
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Prunus Serotina
Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
wild black cherry, rum cherry and mountain black cherry
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Species
Tamarindus indica
P. serotina
Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
Cherry
Difference Between Tamarind and Black cherry
We might think that Tamarind and Black cherry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tamarind and Black cherry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tamarind and Black cherry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Black cherry with peel is Not Available and 63.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Black cherry belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Tamarind and Black cherry is Fabales and Rosales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Black cherry belongs to Rosaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Black cherry belongs to Prunus genus of P. serotina species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.