Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Cures cough, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Shiny hair
Prevents hair loss
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal cramps, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
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, Strictly avoid empty stomach
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Season
Winter
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Clementine, Dancy, King Mandarin, Murcott, Ponkan, Robinson, Satsuma and Sunburst
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Color
Orange
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
Orange
Brown
Shape
Round
Curving Cylinder
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Sour-Sweet
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
Africa
Grows on
Not Available
Trees
Soil Type
Well-drained
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Sunny
Humid to dry, Rainfall, 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..
- Tamarind is used to prevent body odor.
- African children use the tamarind seeds in games.
- No cases of tamarind toxicity or allergy reported till date.
Cocktails
Not Available
Yes
Other Countries
Brazil, Iran, Italy, Japan, Korea, Morocco, Spain, Turkey
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
China
United States of America
Top Exporter
Spain
Thailand
Botanical Name
Citrus reticulata
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Citrus clementina or Citrus nobilis
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Species
C. reticulata
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Tangerine and Tamarind
We might think that Tangerine and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tangerine and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tangerine and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tangerine and Tamarind with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 53.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tangerine and Tamarind belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Tangerine and Tamarind is Sapindales and Fabales respectively. Tangerine belongs to Rutaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Tangerine belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.