Damson and Carambola

Damson

Carambola

Benefits

Health Benefits

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

Cancer prevention, Heat stroke treatment

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 oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of sore eyes

Skin Benefits

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

Anti-aging benefits, Heals sunburn, Skin rejuvenation

Hair Benefits

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

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Nausea, Vomiting

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

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)

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

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

11.42 g

99+

6.73 g

99+

Fiber

1.40 g

2.80 g

Sugar

9.92 g

3.98 g

99+

Protein

0.70 g

99+

1.04 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.06

0.15

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg

3.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg

0.01 mg

99+

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg

0.02 mg

99+

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg

0.37 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg

99+

0.39 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg

99+

0.02 mg

99+

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg

12.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg

99+

34.40 mg

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg

0.15 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg

0.00 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg

66.00 mcg

Choline

1.90 mg

7.60 mg

Fat

0.28 g

0.33 g

Minerals

Potassium

157.00 mg

99+

133.00 mg

99+

Iron

0.17 mg

99+

0.08 mg

99+

Sodium

2.00 mg

Calcium

6.00 mg

3.00 mg

99+

Magnesium

7.00 mg

10.00 mg

Zinc

0.10 mg

0.12 mg

Phosphorus

16.00 mg

12.00 mg

Manganese

0.05 mg

99+

0.04 mg

99+

Copper

0.06 mg

0.14 mg

Selenium

0.00 mcg

0.60 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg

27.00 mg

Omega 6s

44.00 mg

157.00 mg

Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg

Not Available

Water Content

87.02 g

91.38 g

Ash

0.40 g

0.52 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal

31.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal

300.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal

50.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal

Not Available

Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Season

Summer

Autumn, Spring, Summer

Varieties

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

King, Bell, Sri Kembangan, Arkin and Fwang Tung

Seedless Variety

Color

Dark purple

Golden yellow, Green

Inside Color

Yellow

Yellowish Green

Shape

Oval

Oval and Star(Cross section)

Texture

Grainy

Crispy

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Crisp, Juicy, Sweet

Origin

Syria

Sri Lanka

Grows on

Trees

Not Available

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

5.5-6.5

4.5-7

Climatic Conditions

Cold

Moist, Warm to hot climate

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.

When carambola is cut horizontally, it forms a star.
It is believed that carambola helps to cure hangover.
Entire carambola is edible, including its skin.
2 varieties of carambola are cultivated: tart & sweet.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

United Kingdom

Taiwan

Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

Australia, Guyana, India, Israel, Malaysia, Philippines, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America

Europe

Top Exporter

France

Malaysia

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Averrhoa carambola

Synonym

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Rosales

Oxalidales

Family

Rosaceae

Oxalidaceae

Genus

Prunus

Averrhoa

Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

A. carambola

Generic Group

Not Available

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Difference Between Damson and Carambola

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Carambola with peel is 46.00 kcal and 31.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Damson and Carambola belong to Low Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Damson and Carambola is Rosales and Oxalidales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Carambola belongs to Oxalidaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Carambola belongs to Averrhoa genus of A. carambola species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.