American Persimmon

Damson

American Persimmon and Damson

American Persimmon

Damson

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure

1.1.1 General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Flu treatment, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold

1.2 Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots

1.3 Hair Benefits

Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff

Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

1.5 Side Effects

Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation

Allergic reaction

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, 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.

As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

33.50 g11.42 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

NA1.40 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

NA9.92 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.80 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.020.06

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

NA17.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

NA0.03 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

NA0.03 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

NA0.42 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

NA0.14 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

NA0.03 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

NA5.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

66.00 mg9.50 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

NA0.26 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

NA6.40 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

NA0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

NA73.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

NA1.90 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.40 g0.28 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

310.00 mg157.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

2.50 mg0.17 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

1.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

27.00 mg6.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

NA7.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

NA0.10 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

26.00 mg16.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

NA0.05 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

NA0.06 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

NA0.00 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

NA0.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

NA44.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

NA7.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

64.40 g87.02 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.90 g0.40 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

127.00 kcal46.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

NA49.00 kcal

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

276.00 kcal240.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NA63.00 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

25.00 kcal70.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

345.00 kcal220.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

257.00 kcal294.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Berry, Tree fruit

Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Autumn, Winter

Summer

4.3 Varieties

Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis

Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Orange, Red, Yellow

Dark purple

4.6 Inside Color

Yellow

4.7 Shape

Round

Oval

4.8 Texture

Juicy

Grainy

4.9 Taste

Sweet

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

4.10 Origin

Eastern United States

Syria

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Sandy loam, Well-drained

Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

6.5-7.55.5-6.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny

Cold

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

It is said that formation of seeds inside the persimmon fruit shows what type of winter is coming(type of snow).
There are about 2000 varieties of this fruit.
The American persimmon has another name 'Possumwood'.

The name Damson originates from the original name 'Damacus plum'.
Damson wine was very popular in 19th century.
This fruit is often used in jams due to its slightly tart behaviour.

5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

5.2.1 Wine

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5.2.2 Beer

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5.2.3 Spirits

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5.2.4 Cocktails

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5.3 Production

5.3.1 Top Producer

China

United Kingdom

5.3.2 Other Countries

Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan

Ireland, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

United States of America

France

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Diospyros virginiana

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

6.2 Synonym

Not Available

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Dillenhidae

Rosidae

7.7 Order

Ericales

Rosales

7.8 Family

Ebenaceae

Rosaceae

7.9 Genus

Diospyros

Prunus

7.10 Species

D. virginiana

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

7.11 Generic Group

Not Available

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Difference Between American Persimmon and Damson

We might think that American Persimmon and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. American Persimmon and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between American Persimmon and Damson is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh American Persimmon and Damson with peel is 127.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, American Persimmon and Damson belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of American Persimmon and Damson is Ericales and Rosales respectively. American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.