Damson

American Persimmon

Damson and American Persimmon

Damson

American Persimmon

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Benefits

Health Benefits

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

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

General Benefits

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

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

Skin Benefits

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

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

Hair Benefits

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

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

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

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

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

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Lactating Women

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Best Time to Eat

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

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.

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

11.42 g33.50 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

1.40 g3.60 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

9.92 g12.50 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.70 g0.80 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.02

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg81.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.01 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg-

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg-

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.10 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg8.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg66.00 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg-

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg-

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg-

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg-

0 834

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Choline

1.90 mg8.60 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.28 g0.40 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

157.00 mg310.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.17 mg2.50 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

2.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

6.00 mg27.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

7.00 mg9.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.11 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

16.00 mg26.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.05 mg0.36 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.06 mg0.11 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.00 mcg0.20 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg-

0 318

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Omega 6s

44.00 mg20.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg16.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

87.02 g64.40 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.40 g0.90 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal127.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

37.00 kcal70.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal-

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal276.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal-

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal25.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal345.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal257.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Berry, Tree fruit

Season

Summer

Autumn, Winter

Varieties

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

Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis

Seedless Variety

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Color

Dark purple

Orange, Red, Yellow

Inside Color

Yellow

Shape

Oval

Round

Texture

Grainy

Juicy

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Sweet

Origin

Syria

Eastern United States

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Sandy loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

5.5-6.56.5-7.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Cold

Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny

Facts

Facts about

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.

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'.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

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Beer

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Spirits

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Cocktails

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Production

Top Producer

United Kingdom

China

Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

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

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

France

United States of America

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Diospyros virginiana

Synonym

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Diospyros virginiana

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Dillenhidae

Order

Rosales

Ericales

Family

Rosaceae

Ebenaceae

Genus

Prunus

Diospyros

Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

D. virginiana

Generic Group

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Difference Between Damson and American Persimmon

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and American Persimmon with peel is 46.00 kcal and 127.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 37.00 kcal and 70.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and American Persimmon belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Damson and American Persimmon is Rosales and Ericales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.