Black cherry and Damson
Benefits
Health Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Helps body to rest and sleep, Lower blood pressure, Prevents diabetes, Prevents strokes, Reduces risk of heart disease
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
General Benefits
Fights against infections, Fights Tooth Decay, Helps in weight loss, Relieves pain, Treatment of migraine
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
Anti-aging benefits, Fairness, Hydrates skin, Prevents skin cancer, Skin repair, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Cure for hair loss, Increasing hair volume, Prevents hair loss, Strengthening of hair
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Diarrhea, Hoarseness, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Pollen allergies, Sore eyes, Vomiting, Watery eyes, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
High doses of black cherry bark can be poisonous and even fatal.
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Not Available
No
Best Time to Eat
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
7.50 g
99+
11.42 g
99+
Fiber
Not Available
1.40 g
32
Sugar
Not Available
9.92 g
22
Protein
0.40 g
99+
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
225.60 mcg
3
17.00 mcg
22
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Not Available
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.10 mg
10
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.40 mg
36
0.42 mg
35
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg
12
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
0.03 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Not Available
9.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
0.26 mg
26
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
6.40 mcg
12
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
73.00 mcg
19
Choline
Not Available
1.90 mg
31
Fat
0.20 g
33
0.28 g
29
Minerals
Potassium
143.00 mg
99+
157.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.20 mg
99+
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
6.90 mg
13
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
11.80 mg
30
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
17.60 mg
16
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
10.80 mg
36
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.10 mg
31
0.05 mg
99+
Copper
0.10 mg
22
0.06 mg
39
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
26.00 mg
23
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
27.00 mg
99+
44.00 mg
36
Sterol
Phytosterol
12.00 mg
7
7.00 mg
12
Water Content
82.20 g
99+
87.02 g
26
Ash
0.50 g
26
0.40 g
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal
16
46.00 kcal
27
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
49.00 kcal
16
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
240.00 kcal
34
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
63.00 kcal
17
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
Not Available
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
Not Available
220.00 kcal
24
Calories in Pie
Not Available
294.00 kcal
20
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Tree fruit
Season
Summer
Summer
Varieties
alabamensis, capuli , eximia and hirsuta
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Black
Dark purple
Inside Color
Maroon
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Fleshy
Grainy
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
North America
Syria
Grows on
Bushes
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Not Available
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-8
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- Black cherry is deciduous tree that belongs to the family of roses.
- Some foods made from Black Cherry fruit include jelly and wine.
- Inner bark of black cherry is used in the manufacture of cough syrup.
- 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.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Turkey
United Kingdom
Other Countries
Austria, Bulgaria, Chile, China, France, Greece, Iran, Italy, Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Spain, Syria, Ukraine, United States of America, Uzbekistan
Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
France
United States of America
Top Exporter
Turkey
France
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus Serotina
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Synonym
wild black cherry, rum cherry and mountain black cherry
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Rosales
Rosales
Family
Rosaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Prunus
Prunus
Species
P. serotina
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Generic Group
Cherry
Not Available
Difference Between Black cherry and Damson
We might think that Black cherry and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Black cherry and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Black cherry and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Black cherry and Damson with peel is 63.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Black cherry and Damson belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Black cherry and Damson is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Black cherry belongs to Rosaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Black cherry belongs to Prunus genus of P. serotina species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
