Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Cancer prevention, Heart care
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, Boosts immune system, Controls blood sugar levels, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Flu treatment, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, 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
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Asthma, NA, Sneezing, Sore throat
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting
Lactating Women
No
Not Available
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 B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Adams, Black Beauty, Black Lace, Johns, Nova, Variegated and York
Color
Dark purple
Black, Red
Inside Color
Yellow
Magenta
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Juicy, Sweet
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
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.
- According to a superstitious belief, the "elder tree" was supposed to ward off evil influence & give protection from witches.
- Branches from its tree are also used to make fujara, koncovka & other Slovakian flutes.
Top Producer
United Kingdom
United States of America
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
Colombia, India, Mexico
Top Importer
United States of America
Not Available
Top Exporter
France
Not Available
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Sambucus nigra
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Asteridae
Family
Rosaceae
Adoxaceae
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
S. nigra
Generic Group
Not Available
Moschatel
Difference Between Damson and Elderberry
We might think that Damson and Elderberry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Damson and Elderberry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Damson and Elderberry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Elderberry with peel is 46.00 kcal and 73.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Damson and Elderberry 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 Elderberry is Rosales and Dipsacales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Elderberry belongs to Adoxaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Elderberry belongs to Sambucus genus of S. nigra species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.