Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate, Reduces stress
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
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Brightens and lightens complexion, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
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 Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Fainting, Runny nose, Skin rash, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction
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, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Not Available
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Clemenules or Nules and Nadorcott
Inside Color
Yellow
Orange
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Sweet, Tangy, Tart
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam, Sandy, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Warm to hot climate
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.
- Clementine was first grown at the citrus research center in USA in 1909.
- It is called as"Christmas orange" as it's limited growing season falls during winter.
- It's a hybrid between Mediterranean and Oranges.
Top Producer
United Kingdom
Spain
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
Argentina, Brazil, Egypt, Italy, Japan, Morocco, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
France
Spain
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Citrus clementina
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
C. clementina
Generic Group
Not Available
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Damson and Clementine
We might think that Damson and Clementine are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Damson and Clementine Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Damson and Clementine is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Clementine with peel is 46.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 47.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Clementine 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 Clementine is Rosales and Sapindales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Clementine belongs to Rutaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Clementine belongs to Citrus genus of C. clementina species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.