Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Diarrhea treatment
General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Anti-inflammatory properties, Digestive aid
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Treatment of acne, Treats minor cuts
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
NA
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
NA
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, 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 E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
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
Calories in Pie
Not Available
Season
Spring, Summer
Winter
Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Button Mangosteen and Lemondrop Mangosteen
Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Purple
Shape
Curving Cylinder
Round
Origin
Africa
Moluccas of Indonesia, Sunda Islands
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
United States of America
Top Exporter
Thailand
Thailand
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Garcinia mangostana
Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Garcinia mangostana
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
NA
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Fabales
Malpighiales
Family
Fabaceae
Clusiaceae
Genus
Tamarindus
Garcinia
Species
Tamarindus indica
G. mangostana
Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
Not Available
Difference Between Tamarind and Purple Mangosteen
We might think that Tamarind and Purple Mangosteen are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tamarind and Purple Mangosteen Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tamarind and Purple Mangosteen is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Purple Mangosteen 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 Purple Mangosteen 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 Purple Mangosteen is Fabales and Malpighiales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Purple Mangosteen belongs to Clusiaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Purple Mangosteen belongs to Garcinia genus of G. mangostana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.