Health Benefits
Increases metabolic rate, Lower blood pressure, Protects against kidney stone formation
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Gives you energy
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Skin cleansing
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
NA
Prevents hair loss
Allergy Symptoms
NA
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation
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)
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Strictly avoid empty stomach
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Not Available
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Not Available
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Not Available
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
Not Available
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
Phytosterol
Not Available
Water Content
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Pie
Not Available
Season
Dry
Spring, Summer
Varieties
NA
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Color
Orange, Yellow
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
Creamy Yellow
Brown
Shape
Round
Curving Cylinder
Soil Type
Loamy
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Facts about
- The name is derived from the word "ugly" refering to the it's unpleasant appearance, with rough, wrinkled, greenish-yellow rind, wrapped loosely around the orange pulpy citrus inside.
- 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.
Top Producer
Jamaica
India
Other Countries
NA, United States of America
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
Europe
United States of America
Top Exporter
Jamaica
Thailand
Botanical Name
Citrus reticulata × Citrus paradisi
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Tangelo, citrus tangelo
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
NA
Magnoliophyta
Species
C. reticulata × paradisi
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Ugli fruit and Tamarind
We might think that Ugli fruit and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Ugli fruit and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Ugli fruit and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Ugli fruit and Tamarind with peel is 45.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Ugli fruit and Tamarind belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Ugli fruit and Tamarind is Sapindales and Fabales respectively. Ugli fruit belongs to Rutaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Ugli fruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata × paradisi species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.