Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate
General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff, Treatment of Lice
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Anaphylaxis, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling of face
Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Allergic reaction, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
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, Morning time (before lunch)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Season
Spring, Summer
Autumn, Spring, Winter
Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Andrews, Amarilla, Asca, Baste, Bays, Bayott, Behl, Canaria, Capucha, Deliciosa, Ecuador, El Bumpo, Guayacuyán, Jete, Juniana, Knight, Nata, Popocay, Sander, Smoothey, Tumba, Umbonada, Whaley and White Juliana
Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Green, Yellow
Shape
Curving Cylinder
Conical
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Sandy loam
Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Warm
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.
- Cherimoya is also called as custard apple or chirimoya.
- The word cherimoya came from the Quechua word,'chirimuya',which means 'cold seeds'.
- The cherimoya is called as 'the tree of ice cream'.
Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Egypt, Italy, Mexico, Peru, South Africa, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Thailand
Spain
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Annona cherimola
Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Annona cherimola
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Magnollidae
Order
Fabales
Magnoliales
Family
Fabaceae
Annonaceae
Species
Tamarindus indica
A. cherimola
Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
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Difference Between Tamarind and Cherimoya
We might think that Tamarind and Cherimoya are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tamarind and Cherimoya Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tamarind and Cherimoya is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Cherimoya with peel is 239.00 kcal and 75.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and 75.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Cherimoya 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 Cherimoya is Fabales and Magnoliales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Cherimoya belongs to Annonaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Cherimoya belongs to Annona genus of A. cherimola species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.