Lime and Loquat
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cholera treatment, Gout treatment, Heart care, Piles treatment, Scurvy treatment
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension, Reduces blood circulation problems, Reduces stress, Regulation of heart rate, Strengthening of bones
General Benefits
Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Eye irritation, Hives, Inflammation, Nasal congestion, Runny nose, Skin rash, Wheezing
Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Sneezing, Swelling of face, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Chances of sunburn
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, Best to drink warm water with lime on an empty stomach, Don't consume at night and before bed
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
10.50 g
99+
12.14 g
40
Fiber
2.80 g
22
1.70 g
29
Sugar
1.70 g
99+
Not Available
Protein
0.70 g
99+
0.40 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.07
20
0.03
25
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.00 mcg
33
76.00 mcg
8
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
31
0.02 mg
39
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.02 mg
35
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.20 mg
99+
0.18 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.22 mg
27
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg
39
0.10 mg
15
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
29.10 mg
30
Not Available
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.22 mg
28
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.60 mcg
31
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
Not Available
Choline
5.10 mg
24
Not Available
Fat
0.20 g
33
0.20 g
33
Minerals
Potassium
102.00 mg
99+
266.00 mg
24
Iron
0.60 mg
21
0.28 mg
37
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
33.00 mg
13
16.00 mg
25
Magnesium
6.00 mg
29
13.00 mg
22
Zinc
0.11 mg
22
0.05 mg
28
Phosphorus
18.00 mg
27
27.00 mg
19
Manganese
0.01 mg
99+
0.15 mg
22
Copper
0.07 mg
35
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
0.40 mcg
13
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
19.00 mg
25
13.00 mg
28
Omega 6s
36.00 mg
40
77.00 mg
26
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
2.00 mg
15
Water Content
88.26 g
17
86.73 g
29
Ash
0.30 g
38
0.50 g
26
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
47.00 kcal
26
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
30.00 kcal
23
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
20.68 kcal
26
67.00 kcal
16
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
30.00 kcal
38
Not Available
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
19
Not Available
Calories in Pie
420.00 kcal
2
Not Available
Characteristics
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
All seasons
Winter
Varieties
Key lime, Persian lime, Kaffir lime, Desert lime, Palestine Sweet Lime, Mexican Sweet Lime, Mary Ellen Sweet Lime
Ahdar, Ahmar, Asfar, Blush, Champagne, Early Red, Eulalia, Fire Ball, Golden Red, Golden Yellow, Oliver, Thales, Thames Pride, Victor and Wolfe
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Green
Orange, Yellow
Inside Color
Light Green
Orange
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Succulent
Juicy
Taste
Acidic, Sour
Sweet, Tart
Origin
India
China
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay loam, Sandy loam
Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-7.5
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Sunny, Warm to hot climate
Warm to hot climate
Facts
Facts about
- Lime is the called as the powerhouse of flavors.
- Fresh lime juice is so acidic that it can dissolve concrete.
- Limes are more fragrant and acidic than lemons.
- Persian limes are almost seedless and thorn less.
- Loquats are used in plum wine manufacturing.
- Dried leaves of loquat are used to make herbal tea.
- The seeds of loquat are slightly toxic & the symptoms of intoxication are nausea, vomiting & shortness of breath.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
Japan
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, India, Mexico
Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, Turkey
Top Importer
United States of America
China
Top Exporter
Mexico
Spain
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus aurantifolia
Eriobotrya japonica
Synonym
not available
Crataegus bibas or Mespilus japonica or Photinia japonica
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Rosales
Family
Rutaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Citrus
Eriobotrya
Species
C. aurantifolia
E. japonica
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Rose
Difference Between Lime and Loquat
We might think that Lime and Loquat are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lime and Loquat Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lime and Loquat is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lime and Loquat with peel is Not Available and 47.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Lime and Loquat belong to Low Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Lime and Loquat is Sapindales and Rosales respectively. Lime belongs to Rutaceae family and Loquat belongs to Rosaceae family. Lime belongs to Citrus genus of C. aurantifolia species and Loquat belongs to Eriobotrya genus of E. japonica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
