Nutritional Powerhouse: Vitamins in Figs - Benefits & Sources

The common fig (Ficus carica) is a shrub or small tree. The fig is known for its fruit that is eaten raw, cooked or in dried form. The fig is originally from western Asia and the Mediterranean. The fig can also be grown in other climates and in the United States the fig is grown in California and Texas. The fig is rich in vitamins and minerals.

B Vitamins

• B vitamins are the most abundant vitamins in figs. According to the USDA, six types of B vitamins can be found in figs. Thiamine (vitamin B1) and riboflavin (vitamin B2) are the most abundant B vitamins in figs and account for seven and five percent of the daily allowance, respectively. Niacin (vitamin B3), vitamin B6, folate (vitamin B9) and pantothentic acid (vitamin B5) are also present in figs.

Vitamin C

• Figs also contain vitamin C or L-ascorbic acid. 100 grams of figs can contain up to two percent of the recommended daily allowance of vitamin C.

Vitamin E

• Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) is also present if figs. For every 100 grams of figs, there is 0.11 mg of vitamin E.

Other Vitamins

• Figs also contain the water-soluble essential choline. Choline is often grouped with B vitamins. Traces of Beta-carotene, Retinol (A vitamin) and vitamin K can also be found in figs.

Other Nutrients

• Other nutrients can also be found in figs. Figs are one of the highest sources of calcium and fiber found in plants. Iron and potassium are other minerals also found in figs. Figs also contain fatty and amino acids.