Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Reduces nervous tension, Ulcer prevention
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, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Regulates hair growth
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
Allergic reaction
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 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 Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Season
Spring, Summer
Winter
Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Meech’s Prolific, Lusitanica, Champion and Vranja AGM
Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Green, Yellow
Shape
Curving Cylinder
Round
Origin
Africa
Iran, South-West Asia, Turkey
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam, Well-drained
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.
- Due to its strong & fruity aroma, brides consumed quince to ensure "perfumed lips".
- It is also called as ‘Pear of Cydonia’, being native to Caucasus and Iran.
- They call it as the ‘golden apple’ of Greek Mythology.
Top Producer
India
Turkey
Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Algeria, Argentina, Azerbaijan, China, Iran, Morocco, Serbia, Spain, Uzbekistan
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Thailand
Argentina
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Cydonia oblonga
Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
C. vulgaris
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Species
Tamarindus indica
C. oblonga
Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
Rose
Difference Between Tamarind and Quince
We might think that Tamarind and Quince are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tamarind and Quince Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tamarind and Quince is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Quince with peel is Not Available and 57.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Quince 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 Quince is Fabales and Rosales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Quince belongs to Rosaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Quince belongs to Cydonia genus of C. oblonga species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.