Damson and Kumquat
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Increases metabolic rate
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, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, 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, Shiny hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Coughing, Diarrhea, Digestive Problems, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
Yes
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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
11.42 g
99+
15.90 g
21
Fiber
1.40 g
32
6.50 g
6
Sugar
9.92 g
22
9.36 g
25
Protein
0.70 g
99+
1.88 g
11
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06
21
0.12
14
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
17.00 mcg
22
15.00 mcg
24
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
33
0.04 mg
27
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.09 mg
11
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
35
0.43 mg
33
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg
99+
0.21 mg
30
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.04 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
5.00 mcg
30
17.00 mcg
18
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.50 mg
99+
43.90 mg
19
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.26 mg
26
0.15 mg
33
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
6.40 mcg
12
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
73.00 mcg
19
129.00 mcg
9
Choline
1.90 mg
31
8.40 mg
10
Fat
0.28 g
29
0.86 g
8
Minerals
Potassium
157.00 mg
99+
486.00 mg
6
Iron
0.17 mg
99+
0.86 mg
14
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
10.00 mg
10
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
62.00 mg
3
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
20.00 mg
14
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.17 mg
16
Phosphorus
16.00 mg
29
19.00 mg
26
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
0.14 mg
24
Copper
0.06 mg
39
0.10 mg
23
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
47.00 mg
16
Omega 6s
44.00 mg
36
124.00 mg
15
Sterol
Phytosterol
7.00 mg
12
Not Available
Water Content
87.02 g
26
80.80 g
99+
Ash
0.40 g
33
0.50 g
26
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal
27
71.00 kcal
12
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
49.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
240.00 kcal
34
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal
17
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
130.00 kcal
7
Calories in Jam
220.00 kcal
24
245.00 kcal
20
Calories in Pie
294.00 kcal
20
392.00 kcal
4
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Citrus
Season
Summer
Autumn, Winter
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Hong Kong, Marumi, Meiwa, Centenniel and Nagami
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Dark purple
Orange, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Yellow
Orange
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Grainy
Juicy
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Sweet, Tart
Origin
Syria
China
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Cold, Warm
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.
- The entire kumquat fruit is edible, except few seeds.
- The taste of kumquat skin is sweet while inner flesh is tart.
- There are some hybrid varieties of kumquats such as mandarinquats, orangequats and limequats.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
No
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
United Kingdom
China
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
Brazil, Mexico, Spain, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United Kingdom
Top Exporter
France
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Citrus japonica
Synonym
Not Available
Fortunella margarita
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Rosales
Sapindales
Family
Rosaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Prunus
Citrus
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
C. japonica
Generic Group
Not Available
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Damson and Kumquat
We might think that Damson and Kumquat are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Damson and Kumquat Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Damson and Kumquat is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Kumquat with peel is 46.00 kcal and 71.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Damson and Kumquat 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 Kumquat is Rosales and Sapindales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Kumquat belongs to Rutaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Kumquat belongs to Citrus genus of C. japonica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
