Damson

Japanese Persimmon

Damson and Japanese Persimmon

Damson

Japanese Persimmon

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

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

Cancer prevention, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves eye vision, Weight loss properties

1.1.1 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-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation

1.2 Skin Benefits

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

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles

1.3 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

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Diarrhoea, Might affect blood pressure level

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 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, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

11.42 g18.59 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

1.40 g3.60 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

9.92 g12.53 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.70 g0.58 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.03

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg81.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.02 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg0.10 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mgNA

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.10 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg8.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg7.50 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.73 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg2.60 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg159.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg834.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

1.90 mg7.60 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.28 g0.19 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

157.00 mg161.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.17 mg0.15 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

2.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

6.00 mg8.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

7.00 mg9.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.11 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

16.00 mg17.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.05 mg0.36 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.06 mg0.11 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.00 mcg0.60 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mg4.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

44.00 mg39.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

7.00 mg4.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

87.02 g80.32 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.40 g0.33 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal70.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcalNA

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal274.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcalNA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal90.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal345.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal284.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit

Berry, Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Summer

Autumn, Winter

4.3 Varieties

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

Fuyu, Jiro, Gosho, Suruga, Hiratanenashi, Hachiya, Aizumishirazu, Yotsumizo, Yokono, Costata, Ormond and Tamopan

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Dark purple

Orange, Red, Yellow

4.6 Inside Color

Yellow

Orange

4.7 Shape

Oval

Round

4.8 Texture

Grainy

Juicy

4.9 Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Sweet

4.10 Origin

Syria

Burma, China, India, Japan

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

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

Sandy loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.5-6.56.5-7.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Cold

Can tolerate wide range of climates

5 Facts

5.1 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.

Unripe persimmons contain lots of tannin which is used to brew sake & to preserve wood in Japan.
A small non-edible fruit of persimmon tree is crushed with water, the solution is painted on paper & used to repel mosquitoes.

5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

5.2.1 Wine

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5.2.2 Beer

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5.2.3 Spirits

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5.2.4 Cocktails

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5.3 Production

5.3.1 Top Producer

United Kingdom

China

5.3.2 Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

Azerbaijan, Brazil, Israel, Italy, Japan, Pakistan

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

France

Japan

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Diospyros kaki

6.2 Synonym

Not Available

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Rosidae

Dillenhidae

7.7 Order

Rosales

Ericales

7.8 Family

Rosaceae

Ebenaceae

7.9 Genus

Prunus

Diospyros

7.10 Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

D. kaki

7.11 Generic Group

Not Available

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Difference Between Damson and Japanese Persimmon

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Japanese Persimmon with peel is 46.00 kcal and 70.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Damson and Japanese Persimmon 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 Japanese Persimmon is Rosales and Ericales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Japanese Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Japanese Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. kaki species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.