Health Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Asthma treatment, Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation
Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Bloating, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Intestinal gas, Nausea, Vomiting
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation
Best Time to Eat
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., Strictly avoid empty stomach
Along with meal, 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.
Vitamin A (Retinol)
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin
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Phytosterol
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Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
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Calories in Frozen Form
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Calories in Canned Form
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Type
Berry, Melon
Berry, Tree fruit
Season
Summer
Autumn, Winter
Varieties
Sugar Baby, Sangria, Golden Midget, Starlight, Jubilee, Starbrite, Extazy, Stars 'n' Stripes, Mickylee, Yellow Baby, Yellow Doll, Little Baby Flower, Sweet Favorite and Cream of Saskatchewan
Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis
Color
Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White
Orange, Red, Yellow
Origin
Southern Africa
Eastern United States
Soil Type
Sandy, Well-drained
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Dry, Hot
Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny
Facts about
- Watermelon contain 91% of water.
- In Japan & Chine, watermelon is a popular gift to bring a host.
- Entire watermelon is edible, even the rinds & seeds.
- There are more than 1200 varieties grown in the world.
- It is said that formation of seeds inside the persimmon fruit shows what type of winter is coming(type of snow).
- There are about 2000 varieties of this fruit.
- The American persimmon has another name 'Possumwood'.
Other Countries
Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan
Top Importer
Germany
United States of America
Top Exporter
China
United States of America
Botanical Name
Citrullus Lanatus
Diospyros virginiana
Synonym
Citrullus vulgaris
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Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Ericales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Ebenaceae
Genus
Citrullus
Diospyros
Species
C. lanatus
D. virginiana
Generic Group
Gourd
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Difference Between Watermelon and American Persimmon
We might think that Watermelon and American Persimmon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Watermelon and American Persimmon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Watermelon and American Persimmon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Watermelon and American Persimmon with peel is Not Available and 127.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Watermelon and American Persimmon 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 Watermelon and American Persimmon is Cucurbitales and Ericales respectively. Watermelon belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family. Watermelon belongs to Citrullus genus of C. lanatus species and American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.