Tangerine and Loquat
Benefits
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)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
13.34 g
35
12.14 g
40
Fiber
1.80 g
28
1.70 g
29
Sugar
10.58 g
19
Not Available
Protein
0.81 g
36
0.40 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06
21
0.03
25
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
34.00 mcg
15
76.00 mcg
8
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.06 mg
16
0.02 mg
39
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
26
0.02 mg
35
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.38 mg
38
0.18 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.22 mg
28
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.08 mg
21
0.10 mg
15
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
16.00 mcg
19
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
26.70 mg
34
Not Available
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.20 mg
29
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
138.00 mcg
6
Not Available
Choline
10.20 mg
6
Not Available
Fat
0.31 g
27
0.20 g
33
Minerals
Potassium
166.00 mg
99+
266.00 mg
24
Iron
0.15 mg
99+
0.28 mg
37
Sodium
0.00 mg
21
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
37.00 mg
10
16.00 mg
25
Magnesium
12.00 mg
23
13.00 mg
22
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.05 mg
28
Phosphorus
20.00 mg
25
27.00 mg
19
Manganese
0.04 mg
99+
0.15 mg
22
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
18.00 mg
26
13.00 mg
28
Omega 6s
48.00 mg
34
77.00 mg
26
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
2.00 mg
15
Water Content
85.17 g
37
86.73 g
29
Ash
0.38 g
34
0.50 g
26
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
47.00 kcal
26
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
53.00 kcal
13
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
340.00 kcal
12
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
61.00 kcal
18
67.00 kcal
16
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
43.00 kcal
34
Not Available
Calories in Jam
50.00 kcal
38
Not Available
Calories in Pie
370.00 kcal
8
Not Available
Characteristics
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
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
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus reticulata
Eriobotrya japonica
Synonym
Citrus clementina or Citrus nobilis
Crataegus bibas or Mespilus japonica or Photinia japonica
Classification
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.
