Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of alzheimer's disease
General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Protects hair
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
NA
Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Decrease in blood sugar levels
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
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)
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 Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Season
Spring, Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Thorn and Thornless
Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Black, Purple, Purplish black
Inside Color
Brown
Magenta
Shape
Curving Cylinder
Round
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
NA
Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
NA
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.
NA
Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
NA
Top Importer
United States of America
China
Top Exporter
Thailand
New Zealand
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Rubus ursinus x idaeus
Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Not Available
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Species
Tamarindus indica
R. ursinus x idaeus
Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
Rose
Difference Between Tamarind and Boysenberry
We might think that Tamarind and Boysenberry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tamarind and Boysenberry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tamarind and Boysenberry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Boysenberry with peel is Not Available and 50.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Boysenberry 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 Boysenberry is Fabales and Rosales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Boysenberry belongs to Rosaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Boysenberry belongs to Rubus genus of R. ursinus x idaeus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.