Watermelon and Passionfruit
Benefits
Health Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Asthma treatment, Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation
Asthma treatment, Heart care, Regulates Blood Sugar, Muscle pain relief, Reduces nervous tension
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin
Anti-aging benefits, Skin revitalization
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Skin rash, Swelling of face, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Bloating, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Intestinal gas, Nausea, Vomiting
Stressed heart, Nausea, Vomiting, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
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
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
7.55 g
99+
23.40 g
9
Fiber
0.40 g
99+
10.40 g
1
Sugar
6.20 g
99+
11.20 g
16
Protein
0.61 g
99+
2.20 g
9
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
18
0.09
16
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
28.00 mcg
18
64.00 mcg
9
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
29
0.00 mg
99+
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
37
0.13 mg
6
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.18 mg
99+
1.50 mg
4
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.22 mg
26
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg
40
0.10 mg
15
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
3.00 mcg
32
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
8.10 mg
99+
30.00 mg
28
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.05 mg
39
0.02 mg
99+
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.10 mcg
35
0.70 mcg
30
Lycopene
4,532.00 mcg
2
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
8.00 mcg
33
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
4.10 mg
27
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.15 g
38
0.70 g
10
Minerals
Potassium
112.00 mg
99+
348.00 mg
13
Iron
0.24 mg
99+
1.60 mg
8
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
28.00 mg
2
Calcium
7.00 mg
38
12.00 mg
29
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
29.00 mg
6
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
11.00 mg
35
68.00 mg
3
Manganese
0.04 mg
99+
Not Available
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.09 mg
25
Selenium
0.40 mcg
13
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
1.00 mg
37
Omega 6s
50.00 mg
32
410.00 mg
3
Sterol
Phytosterol
2.00 mg
15
Not Available
Water Content
91.45 g
6
72.93 g
99+
Ash
0.25 g
39
0.80 g
13
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
30.00 kcal
23
97.00 kcal
5
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
340.00 kcal
12
410.00 kcal
5
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
110.00 kcal
5
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
30.00 kcal
38
51.00 kcal
29
Calories in Jam
252.00 kcal
18
330.00 kcal
7
Calories in Pie
150.00 kcal
99+
200.00 kcal
99+
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Melon
Tropical
Season
Summer
All seasons
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
Australian Purple, Common Purple, Kapoho Selection, Pratt Hybrid, University Selection No. B-74, Waimanalo Selection and Yee Selection
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White
Purple, Yellow
Inside Color
Red
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Crispy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet
Sweet, Tart
Origin
Southern Africa
Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay
Grows on
Vines
Not Available
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy, Well-drained
Sandy loam
Soil pH
6-6.8
6.5-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Dry, Hot
Frost free, Sunny, Warm
Facts
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.
- Passion fruit tree can grow up to 20 feet in a year.
- More than 200 species of passion fruit are found near Amazon river.
- Oil extracted from its seeds is used in various cosmetics.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
Brazil
Other Countries
Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Colombia, Ecuador, Indonesia, Kenya, Peru
Top Importer
Germany
Brazil
Top Exporter
China
Ecuador
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrullus Lanatus
Passiflora edulis
Synonym
Citrullus vulgaris
Passiflora edulis f. edulis or Passiflora edulis f. flavicarpa
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Malpighiales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Passifloraceae
Genus
Citrullus
Passiflora
Species
C. lanatus
P. edulis
Generic Group
Gourd
Passion Flower
Difference Between Watermelon and Passionfruit
We might think that Watermelon and Passionfruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Watermelon and Passionfruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Watermelon and Passionfruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Watermelon and Passionfruit with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and 97.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Watermelon and Passionfruit belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Watermelon and Passionfruit is Cucurbitales and Malpighiales respectively. Watermelon belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Passionfruit belongs to Passifloraceae family. Watermelon belongs to Citrullus genus of C. lanatus species and Passionfruit belongs to Passiflora genus of P. edulis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
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