Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-aging benefits, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Weight loss properties
General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Helps in weight loss, Suppresses Arthritis
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Heals sunburn, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Treatment of colored hair
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
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Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
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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
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Type
Tropical
Berry, Citrus, Fruit vegetable, Melon, Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Spring, Summer
Early fall, Summer
Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Selenicereus megalanthus and Hylocereus polyrhizus
Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Magenta, Pink
Shape
Curving Cylinder
Oval
Origin
Africa
Central America, Mexico
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
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Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
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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.
Dragonfruit is rich in antioxidants and high in fiber.
Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
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Top Importer
United States of America
China
Top Exporter
Thailand
Vietnam
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Hylocereus undatus
Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Pitaya, Red Pitahaya, Night blooming Cereus, Strawberry Pear, Belle of the Night, Conderella plant
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Subclass
Rosidae
Liliidae
Order
Fabales
Caryophyllales
Family
Fabaceae
Cactaceae
Genus
Tamarindus
Hylocereus
Species
Tamarindus indica
H. undatus
Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
Cactus
Difference Between Tamarind and Dragonfruit
We might think that Tamarind and Dragonfruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tamarind and Dragonfruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tamarind and Dragonfruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Dragonfruit with peel is 239.00 kcal and 60.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and 60.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Dragonfruit 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 Dragonfruit is Fabales and Caryophyllales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Dragonfruit belongs to Cactaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Dragonfruit belongs to Hylocereus genus of H. undatus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.