Tangerine and Lemon

Tangerine

Lemon

Benefits

Health Benefits

Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care

Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism

General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Cures cough, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots

Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases

Hair Benefits

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Shiny hair

Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal cramps, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Wheezing

Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling

Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

Best Time to Eat

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), Strictly avoid empty stomach

Along with meal, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., Don't consume at night and before bed

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

13.34 g

9.30 g

99+

Fiber

1.80 g

2.80 g

Sugar

10.58 g

2.50 g

99+

Protein

0.81 g

1.10 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.06

0.12

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

34.00 mcg

3.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.06 mg

0.04 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.04 mg

0.02 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.38 mg

0.10 mg

99+

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.22 mg

0.19 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.08 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

16.00 mcg

11.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

26.70 mg

53.00 mg

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.20 mg

0.15 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.00 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

138.00 mcg

11.00 mcg

Choline

10.20 mg

5.10 mg

Fat

0.31 g

0.30 g

Minerals

Potassium

166.00 mg

99+

138.00 mg

99+

Iron

0.15 mg

99+

0.60 mg

Sodium

0.00 mg

2.00 mg

Calcium

37.00 mg

26.00 mg

Magnesium

12.00 mg

8.00 mg

Zinc

0.07 mg

0.06 mg

Phosphorus

20.00 mg

16.00 mg

Manganese

0.04 mg

99+

0.03 mg

99+

Copper

0.04 mg

99+

0.04 mg

99+

Selenium

0.10 mcg

0.40 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

18.00 mg

26.00 mg

Omega 6s

48.00 mg

63.00 mg

Sterol

Water Content

85.17 g

88.98 g

Ash

0.38 g

0.30 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

Not Available

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

53.00 kcal

29.00 kcal

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

22.00 kcal

Calories in Dried Form

340.00 kcal

267.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

61.00 kcal

21.00 kcal

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

43.00 kcal

22.00 kcal

99+

Calories in Jam

50.00 kcal

250.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

370.00 kcal

285.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Citrus

Citrus, Tree fruit

Season

Winter

All seasons

Varieties

Clementine, Dancy, King Mandarin, Murcott, Ponkan, Robinson, Satsuma and Sunburst

Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron

Seedless Variety

Yes

Color

Orange

Yellow, Yellowish-orange

Inside Color

Orange

Yellow

Shape

Round

Texture

Succulent

Taste

Sweet-Sour

Sour

Origin

South-Eastern Asia

China, India

Grows on

Not Available

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Well-drained

Soil pH

6-7.5

5.5-6.5

Climatic Conditions

Sunny

Hot, Sunny

Facts

Facts about

It is known by another name ' Mandarin'.
Oil extracted from its peel is used in various skin and hair care products.
Tangerines is also known as the ‘Christmas Orange’ because it is used to stuff kids' stockings..

Oil extracted from lemon peels is used for fingerboard of guitars.
During Renaissance, ladies used lemons to redden their lips.
Aroms of lemon decreases the level of stress hormones.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Not Available

Yes

Beer

Not Available

Yes

Spirits

Not Available

Yes

Cocktails

Not Available

Yes

Production

Top Producer

China

Other Countries

Brazil, Iran, Italy, Japan, Korea, Morocco, Spain, Turkey

Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America

Top Importer

China

United States of America

Top Exporter

Spain

Mexico

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Citrus reticulata

Citrus limon

Synonym

Citrus clementina or Citrus nobilis

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Sapindales

Family

Rutaceae

Genus

Citrus

Species

C. reticulata

C. limon

Generic Group

Citrus fruit

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Difference Between Tangerine and Lemon

We might think that Tangerine and Lemon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tangerine and Lemon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tangerine and Lemon is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tangerine and Lemon with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 53.00 kcal and 29.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tangerine and Lemon belong to Low Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Tangerine and Lemon is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Tangerine belongs to Rutaceae family and Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family. Tangerine belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata species and Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.