Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care
  
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension, Reduces blood circulation problems, Reduces stress, Regulation of heart rate, Strengthening of bones
  
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Cures cough, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
  
Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
  
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
  
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
  
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Shiny hair
  
Protects hair
  
Allergy
  
  
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal cramps, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Wheezing
  
Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Sneezing, Swelling of face, Watery eyes
  
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
  
Allergic reaction
  
Recommeded for
  
  
Pregnant Women
Yes
  
Yes
  
Lactating Women
No
  
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, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Sugar
Not Available
  
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
  
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Not Available
  
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
  
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
  
Lycopene
Not Available
  
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
  
Choline
Not Available
  
Minerals
  
  
Fatty Acids
  
  
Sterol
  
  
Phytosterol
Not Available
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
  
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Calories in Dried Form
340.00 kcal
  
12
Not Available
  
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Juice
Not Available
  
Calories in Jam
Not Available
  
Calories in Pie
Not Available
  
Type
Citrus
  
Tree fruit, Tropical
  
Season
Winter
  
Winter
  
Varieties
Clementine, Dancy, King Mandarin, Murcott, Ponkan, Robinson, Satsuma and Sunburst
  
Ahdar, Ahmar, Asfar, Blush, Champagne, Early Red, Eulalia, Fire Ball, Golden Red, Golden Yellow, Oliver, Thales, Thames Pride, Victor and Wolfe
  
Seedless Variety
No
  
No
  
Color
Orange
  
Orange, Yellow
  
Inside Color
Orange
  
Orange
  
Shape
Round
  
Oval
  
Texture
Succulent
  
Juicy
  
Taste
Sweet-Sour
  
Sweet, Tart
  
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
  
China
  
Grows on
Not Available
  
Trees
  
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Well-drained
  
Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-drained
  
Soil pH
6-7.5
  
5.5-6.5
  
Climatic Conditions
Sunny
  
Warm to hot climate
  
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..
  
- Loquats are used in plum wine manufacturing.
- Dried leaves of loquat are used to make herbal tea.
- The seeds of loquat are slightly toxic & the symptoms of intoxication are nausea, vomiting & shortness of breath.
  
In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  
Wine
Not Available
  
Yes
  
Beer
Not Available
  
Yes
  
Spirits
Not Available
  
Yes
  
Cocktails
Not Available
  
Yes
  
Production
  
  
Top Producer
China
  
Japan
  
Other Countries
Brazil, Iran, Italy, Japan, Korea, Morocco, Spain, Turkey
  
Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, Turkey
  
Top Importer
China
  
China
  
Top Exporter
Spain
  
Spain
  
Botanical Name
Citrus reticulata
  
Eriobotrya japonica
  
Synonym
Citrus clementina or Citrus nobilis
  
Crataegus bibas or Mespilus japonica or Photinia japonica
  
Domain
Eukarya
  
Eukarya
  
Kingdom
Plantae
  
Plantae
  
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
  
Tracheobionta
  
Division
Magnoliophyta
  
Magnoliophyta
  
Class
Magnoliopsida
  
Magnoliopsida
  
Subclass
Rosidae
  
Rosidae
  
Order
Sapindales
  
Rosales
  
Family
Rutaceae
  
Rosaceae
  
Genus
Citrus
  
Eriobotrya
  
Species
C. reticulata
  
E. japonica
  
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
  
Rose
  
Difference Between Tangerine and Loquat
We might think that Tangerine and Loquat are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tangerine and Loquat Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tangerine and Loquat is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tangerine and Loquat with peel is Not Available and 47.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 53.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tangerine and Loquat 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 Loquat is Sapindales and Rosales respectively. Tangerine belongs to Rutaceae family and Loquat belongs to Rosaceae family. Tangerine belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata species and Loquat belongs to Eriobotrya genus of E. japonica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.