Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Flu treatment, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
Allergic reaction
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, 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)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Type
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Tree fruit
Varieties
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Color
Dark green
Dark purple
Inside Color
White
Yellow
Taste
Buttery
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
Mexico, Central America
Syria
Soil Type
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Humid, Without frosts
Cold
Facts about
- The oldest living avocado tree is found in University of California and was planted in 1879.
- Avocados can be swapped for butter in Baked Goods Recipes.
- Avocado ripens more quickly with a banana or an apple around.
- 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.
Top Producer
Mexico
United Kingdom
Other Countries
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Mexico
France
Botanical Name
Persea Americana
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Synonym
Persea Gratissima
Not Available
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Magnollidae
Rosidae
Family
Lauraceae
Rosaceae
Species
P. Americana
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Generic Group
Laurel
Not Available
Difference Between Avocado and Damson
We might think that Avocado and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Avocado and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Avocado and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Avocado and Damson with peel is 160.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Avocado 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 Avocado and Damson is Laurales and Rosales respectively. Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.