Damson

Longan

Damson and Longan

Damson

Longan

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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

Anti depressant, Anti-inflammatory properties, Healthy mucus membrane, prevents oral cavity cancer, Prevents anemia, Prevents cases of morning sickness, Prevents lung cancer, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of colonic diseases

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 oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Digestive aid, Gives you energy, Suppresses Arthritis

1.2 Skin Benefits

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

Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation

1.3 Hair Benefits

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

Not Available

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Itching, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Mouth irritation, Weight gain

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)

As a snack in the late afternoon

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

11.42 g15.00 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

1.40 g1.10 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

9.92 gNA

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.70 g1.30 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.09

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.04 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.50 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg1.00 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.30 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.00 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg28.00 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mgNA

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcgNA

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcgNA

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcgNA

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

1.90 mgNA

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.28 g0.40 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

157.00 mg266.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.17 mg0.13 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

2.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

6.00 mg1.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

7.00 mg10.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.05 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

16.00 mg12.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.05 mgNA

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.06 mg0.10 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 mg0.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

44.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

7.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

87.02 g78.00 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.40 g0.50 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal83.00 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 kcalNA

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 kcal50.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

220.00 kcalNA

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal109.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit

Tree fruit, Tropical

4.2 Season

Summer

Mid to late summer

4.3 Varieties

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

Chompoo Longan, Kohala Seedling, Haew, Edau and Biew Kiew

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Dark purple

Rusty brown

4.6 Inside Color

Yellow

Yellowish brown

4.7 Shape

Oval

Round

4.8 Texture

Grainy

Fleshy

4.9 Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Sweetish

4.10 Origin

Syria

Mexico

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

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

Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.5-6.55-7

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Cold

Sunny, Warm, Without frosts

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.

Longan is also called as "Dragon's eye" in China as it gives an impression of an eyeball.
Longan seeds can be used to absorb the venom after the snake bite and they also help to stop bleeding.

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

Thailand

5.3.2 Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

Australia, Combodia, Taiwan, United States of America, Vietnam

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

China

5.3.4 Top Exporter

France

Thailand

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Dimocarpus longan

6.2 Synonym

Not Available

Dragon eye

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Viridiplantae

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

Tracheophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Rosidae

7.7 Order

Rosales

Sapindales

7.8 Family

Rosaceae

Sapindaceae

7.9 Genus

Prunus

Dimocarpus

7.10 Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

D. longan

7.11 Generic Group

Not Available

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Difference Between Damson and Longan

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Longan with peel is 46.00 kcal and 83.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Damson and Longan 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 Longan is Rosales and Sapindales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Longan belongs to Sapindaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Longan belongs to Dimocarpus genus of D. longan species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.