Durian - Botanical Name : Durio zibethinus
Botanical Name: Durio zibethinus
Local Names: Durian (Sinhala) – Thurian (Tamil)
Variety:
Local cultivar
Supplying Source: Local suppliers
Availability: June – September
Medicinal Values / Uses:
The fruit is believed to have aphrodisiac properties. Contains higher amount of sulphur – hence the smell.
Nutritive Values: (per 100 g edible portion)
| Energy |
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183.0 K cal |
| Protein |
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2.8 g |
| Fat |
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3.9 g |
| Carbohydrates |
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34.1 g |
| Calcium |
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10.0 mg |
| Phosphorous |
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50.0 mg |
| Iron |
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1.0 g |
| Carotene |
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12.0 g |
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