Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Arthritis treatment, 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, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Coughing, Eczema, Headaches, Hives, Redness of eyes, Sneezing, Swelling, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation
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, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Type
Tree fruit
Fruit vegetable
Season
Summer
All seasons
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Big Bertha, Yolo Wonder, Yankee and Fat n Sassy
Inside Color
Yellow
Light Green
Shape
Oval
Irregularly oval
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
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Origin
Syria
Central America, Mexico, South America
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Warm
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.
- Colored bell peppers are sweeter as compared to green bell pepper.
- The inner white colored cavity is rich source of flavonoids and is edible.
- Red bell peppers have more nutrients as compared to green bell peppers.
Top Producer
United Kingdom
China
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
Egypt, Indonesia, Israel, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Nigeria, Romania, Spain, Turkey
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
France
Canada
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Capsicum annuum
Synonym
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Capsicum annuum
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Alismidae
Family
Rosaceae
Solanaceae
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
C. annum
Difference Between Damson and Green Bell Pepper
We might think that Damson and Green Bell Pepper are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Damson and Green Bell Pepper Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Damson and Green Bell Pepper is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Green Bell Pepper with peel is 46.00 kcal and 20.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 37.00 kcal and 20.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Green Bell Pepper 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 Green Bell Pepper is Rosales and Solanales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Green Bell Pepper belongs to Solanaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Green Bell Pepper belongs to Capsicum genus of C. annum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.