Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Anti depressant, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Improves stomach health, Increases metabolic rate, Prevents constipation
General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Shiny hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Chest pains, Eczema, Hives inside the cheeks, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling, Watery eyes
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, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
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 Canned Form
Not Available
Calories in Juice
Not Available
Calories in Jam
Not Available
Calories in Pie
Not Available
Season
Spring, Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Allstar, Annapolis, Cavendish, Chandler, Earliglow, Flavorfest, Honeoye, Jewel, Northeaster, San Andreas, Seascape, Tribute and Tristar
Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Bright red
Shape
Curving Cylinder
Conical
Taste
Sour-Sweet
Sour-Sweet
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam
Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Cold
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.
- Strawberry is the only fruit with seeds on its covering.
- Belgium has a museum dedicated to strawberries.
- Americans eat almost 3.4 pounds of fresh strawberries each year.
- They are believed to be an aphrodisiac.
Top Producer
India
United States of America
Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Egypt, Mexico, Russia, Spain, Turkey
Top Importer
United States of America
Canada
Top Exporter
Thailand
United States of America
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Fragaria Ananassa
Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Not Available
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Genus
Tamarindus
Fragaria
Species
Tamarindus indica
F. ananassa
Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
Rose
Difference Between Tamarind and Strawberry
We might think that Tamarind and Strawberry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tamarind and Strawberry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tamarind and Strawberry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Strawberry with peel is Not Available and 33.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Strawberry 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 Strawberry is Fabales and Rosales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Strawberry belongs to Rosaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Strawberry belongs to Fragaria genus of F. ananassa species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.