Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves eye vision, Weight loss properties
General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, 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
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
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
Diarrhoea, Might affect blood pressure level
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, Morning time (before lunch)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Type
Tropical
Berry, Tree fruit
Season
Spring, Summer
Autumn, Winter
Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Fuyu, Jiro, Gosho, Suruga, Hiratanenashi, Hachiya, Aizumishirazu, Yotsumizo, Yokono, Costata, Ormond and Tamopan
Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Orange, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Brown
Orange
Shape
Curving Cylinder
Round
Origin
Africa
Burma, China, India, Japan
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
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.
- Unripe persimmons contain lots of tannin which is used to brew sake & to preserve wood in Japan.
- A small non-edible fruit of persimmon tree is crushed with water, the solution is painted on paper & used to repel mosquitoes.
Cocktails
Yes
Not Available
Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Israel, Italy, Japan, Pakistan
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Thailand
Japan
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Diospyros kaki
Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Not Available
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Family
Fabaceae
Ebenaceae
Genus
Tamarindus
Diospyros
Species
Tamarindus indica
D. kaki
Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
Not Available
Difference Between Tamarind and Japanese Persimmon
We might think that Tamarind and Japanese Persimmon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tamarind and Japanese Persimmon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tamarind and Japanese Persimmon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Japanese Persimmon with peel is Not Available and 70.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Japanese Persimmon 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 Japanese Persimmon is Fabales and Ericales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Japanese Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Japanese Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. kaki species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.