Health Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Asthma treatment, Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, 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, Hydrates skin
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Prevents hair loss
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Bloating, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Intestinal gas, Nausea, Vomiting
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, 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, Strictly avoid empty stomach
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
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
Not Available
Type
Berry, Melon
Tropical
Season
Summer
Spring, Summer
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
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Color
Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White
Brown, Reddish-brown
Shape
Round
Curving Cylinder
Origin
Southern Africa
Africa
Soil Type
Sandy, Well-drained
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Dry, Hot
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
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.
- 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.
Other Countries
Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
Germany
United States of America
Top Exporter
China
Thailand
Botanical Name
Citrullus Lanatus
Tamarindus indica
Synonym
Citrullus vulgaris
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Fabales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Fabaceae
Genus
Citrullus
Tamarindus
Species
C. lanatus
Tamarindus indica
Generic Group
Gourd
Tamarind Sub
Difference Between Watermelon and Tamarind
We might think that Watermelon and Tamarind are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Watermelon and Tamarind Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Watermelon and Tamarind is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Watermelon and Tamarind with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and 239.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Watermelon 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 Watermelon and Tamarind is Cucurbitales and Fabales respectively. Watermelon belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family. Watermelon belongs to Citrullus genus of C. lanatus species and Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.