Cucumber and Damson
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Eczema treatment, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Removes toxic metals, Treatment of alzheimer's disease
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Strengthens bones, Treatment of sore eyes
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
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Shiny hair
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Itching, Red rash, Runny nose, Sneezing, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
Stressed heart, Irritation, Swelling, Swelling around mouth, Throat swelling, Tongue swelling, Strained blood vessels
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Not Available
No
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Strictly avoid empty stomach
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
3.63 g
99+
11.42 g
99+
Fiber
0.50 g
40
1.40 g
32
Sugar
1.67 g
99+
9.92 g
22
Protein
0.65 g
99+
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.19
8
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
5.00 mcg
30
17.00 mcg
22
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
34
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
27
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.42 mg
35
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.26 mg
20
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg
99+
0.03 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
7.00 mcg
28
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.80 mg
99+
9.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.03 mg
40
0.26 mg
26
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
16.40 mcg
5
6.40 mcg
12
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
23.00 mcg
28
73.00 mcg
19
Choline
6.00 mg
20
1.90 mg
31
Fat
0.11 g
99+
0.28 g
29
Minerals
Potassium
147.00 mg
99+
157.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.28 mg
37
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
16.00 mg
25
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
13.00 mg
22
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
0.20 mg
14
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
24.00 mg
21
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.08 mg
35
0.05 mg
99+
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.06 mg
39
Selenium
0.30 mcg
14
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
5.00 mg
33
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
28.00 mg
99+
44.00 mg
36
Sterol
Phytosterol
7.30 mg
11
7.00 mg
12
Water Content
95.23 g
1
87.02 g
26
Ash
0.38 g
34
0.40 g
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
15.00 kcal
99+
46.00 kcal
27
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
12.00 kcal
25
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
Fruit vegetable, Melon
Tree fruit
Season
Spring, Summer
Summer
Varieties
Armenian, English, Garden, Kirby, Lemon and Persian
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Dark green, Green
Dark purple
Inside Color
White
Yellow
Shape
Cylindrical
Oval
Texture
Crunchy
Grainy
Taste
Juicy, Watery
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
India
Syria
Grows on
Vines
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.8
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- Outer waxy coating of cucumber can erase the pen writing.
- Pressing cucumber on roof of mouth for 30 sec will eliminate bad breath.
- It is made up of 96% water.
- English cucumber can grow longer than 2 feet.
- 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
Not Available
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
United Kingdom
Other Countries
Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Russia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, United States of America
Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
France
United States of America
Top Exporter
Spain
France
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucumis sativus
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Rosales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Cucumis
Prunus
Species
C. sativus
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Generic Group
Not Available
Not Available
Difference Between Cucumber and Damson
We might think that Cucumber and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Cucumber and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Cucumber and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cucumber and Damson with peel is 15.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 12.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Cucumber and Damson belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Cucumber and Damson is Cucurbitales and Rosales respectively. Cucumber belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Cucumber belongs to Cucumis genus of C. sativus species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
