Damson

Dragonfruit

Damson and Dragonfruit

Damson

Dragonfruit

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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, Anti-aging benefits, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Weight loss properties

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

Helps in weight loss, Suppresses Arthritis

Skin Benefits

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

Anti-aging benefits, Heals sunburn, Treatment of acne

Hair Benefits

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

Treatment of colored hair

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

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)

Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

11.42 g14.00 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

1.40 g1.00 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

9.92 g8.00 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.70 g2.00 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.14

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.04 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.05 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg0.16 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 mcg2.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg9.00 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.10 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg1.90 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

1.90 mg0.00 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 mg110.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.17 mg0.65 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

2.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

6.00 mg8.80 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

7.00 mg18.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.35 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

16.00 mg36.10 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.05 mg0.18 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.06 mg0.10 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.00 mcg0.70 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg44.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

44.00 mg48.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg9.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

87.02 g87.00 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.40 g0.40 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal60.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

37.00 kcal60.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal60.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal264.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal60.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal50.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal150.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal240.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Berry, Citrus, Fruit vegetable, Melon, Tree fruit, Tropical

Season

Summer

Early fall, Summer

Varieties

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

Selenicereus megalanthus and Hylocereus polyrhizus

Seedless Variety

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Color

Dark purple

Magenta, Pink

Inside Color

Yellow

White

Shape

Oval

Texture

Grainy

Fleshy

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Bland

Origin

Syria

Central America, Mexico

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Soil pH

5.5-6.55.5-7

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Cold

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.

Dragonfruit is rich in antioxidants and high in fiber.

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

Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America

China

Top Exporter

France

Vietnam

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Hylocereus undatus

Synonym

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Pitaya, Red Pitahaya, Night blooming Cereus, Strawberry Pear, Belle of the Night, Conderella plant

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Liliidae

Order

Rosales

Caryophyllales

Family

Rosaceae

Cactaceae

Genus

Prunus

Hylocereus

Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

H. undatus

Generic Group

Cactus

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Difference Between Damson and Dragonfruit

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Dragonfruit with peel is 46.00 kcal and 60.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 37.00 kcal and 60.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Dragonfruit 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 Dragonfruit is Rosales and Caryophyllales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Dragonfruit belongs to Cactaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Dragonfruit belongs to Hylocereus genus of H. undatus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.