Tangerine and Lychee
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Cures cough, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Shiny hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal cramps, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Wheezing
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
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
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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
13.34 g
35
16.53 g
19
Fiber
1.80 g
28
1.30 g
33
Sugar
10.58 g
19
15.23 g
8
Protein
0.81 g
36
0.83 g
35
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06
21
0.05
22
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
34.00 mcg
15
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.06 mg
16
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
26
0.07 mg
14
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.38 mg
38
0.60 mg
24
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.22 mg
28
0.00 mg
99+
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
71.50 mg
7
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.20 mg
29
0.07 mg
38
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
0.40 mcg
33
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
138.00 mcg
6
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
10.20 mg
6
7.10 mg
14
Fat
0.31 g
27
0.44 g
20
Minerals
Potassium
166.00 mg
99+
171.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.15 mg
99+
0.13 mg
99+
Sodium
0.00 mg
21
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
37.00 mg
10
5.00 mg
99+
Magnesium
12.00 mg
23
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
20.00 mg
25
31.00 mg
16
Manganese
0.04 mg
99+
0.06 mg
99+
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.15 mg
11
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
18.00 mg
26
65.00 mg
12
Omega 6s
48.00 mg
34
67.00 mg
27
Sterol
Water Content
85.17 g
37
81.76 g
99+
Ash
0.38 g
34
0.44 g
30
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
53.00 kcal
13
66.00 kcal
10
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
77.73 kcal
8
Calories in Dried Form
340.00 kcal
12
277.00 kcal
21
Calories in Canned Form
61.00 kcal
18
91.00 kcal
8
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
43.00 kcal
34
50.00 kcal
30
Calories in Jam
50.00 kcal
38
260.00 kcal
14
Calories in Pie
370.00 kcal
8
280.00 kcal
28
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Winter
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Clementine, Dancy, King Mandarin, Murcott, Ponkan, Robinson, Satsuma and Sunburst
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Orange
Bright red, Pink red
Inside Color
Orange
Greyish-white
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Succulent
Fleshy
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Grows on
Not Available
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-7.5
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Sunny
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
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..
- The seed of Lychee fruit is toxic & can adversely affect the digestive system.
- This fruit gives a smoky flavor when eaten dried.
- This fruit is a symbol of love and romance in China.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Not Available
Yes
Beer
Not Available
Yes
Spirits
Not Available
Yes
Cocktails
Not Available
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Brazil, Iran, Italy, Japan, Korea, Morocco, Spain, Turkey
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Top Importer
China
Hong Kong
Top Exporter
Spain
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus reticulata
Litchi chinensis
Synonym
Citrus clementina or Citrus nobilis
Nephelium litchi
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Rutaceae
Sapindaceae
Genus
Citrus
Litchi
Species
C. reticulata
L. chinensis
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Soapberry
Difference Between Tangerine and Lychee
We might think that Tangerine and Lychee are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tangerine and Lychee Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tangerine and Lychee is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tangerine and Lychee with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 53.00 kcal and 66.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tangerine and Lychee 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 Lychee is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Tangerine belongs to Rutaceae family and Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family. Tangerine belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata species and Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
