Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Cures cough, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Boosts respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Shiny hair
Regulates hair growth
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal cramps, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Wheezing
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Kidney and gallbladder diseases
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, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Season
Winter
All seasons
Varieties
Clementine, Dancy, King Mandarin, Murcott, Ponkan, Robinson, Satsuma and Sunburst
Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady
Color
Orange
Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White
Inside Color
Orange
Creamy Yellow
Texture
Succulent
Fibrous
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Creamy, Soft, Sweet
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
Mexico
Grows on
Not Available
Vines
Soil Type
Well-drained
Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
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..
- The name pumpkin has its roots in the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’.
- The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds.
- Pumpkins were once known for removing freckles & curing snake bites.
Spirits
Not Available
Yes
Cocktails
Not Available
Yes
Other Countries
Brazil, Iran, Italy, Japan, Korea, Morocco, Spain, Turkey
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America
Top Importer
China
United States of America
Botanical Name
Citrus reticulata
Cucurbita maxima
Synonym
Citrus clementina or Citrus nobilis
Cucurbita pepo, Squash
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Sapindales
Cucurbitales
Family
Rutaceae
Cucurbitaceae
Species
C. reticulata
Cucurbita mixta
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Not Available
Difference Between Tangerine and Pumpkin
We might think that Tangerine and Pumpkin are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tangerine and Pumpkin Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tangerine and Pumpkin is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tangerine and Pumpkin with peel is Not Available and 26.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 53.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tangerine and Pumpkin belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Tangerine and Pumpkin is Sapindales and Cucurbitales respectively. Tangerine belongs to Rutaceae family and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Tangerine belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata species and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.