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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, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes

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
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, 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, 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, Protects hair

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes

Side Effects

Allergic reaction
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Lactating Women

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 g16.53 g
1 79.18
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Fiber

1.40 g1.30 g
0 10.4
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Sugar

9.92 g15.23 g
0 63.35
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Protein

0.70 g0.83 g
0.3 14.07
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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.05
0.02 0.52
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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0 681
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.01 mg
0 0.428
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.07 mg
0 1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg0.60 mg
0 2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.00 mg
0 1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.10 mg
0 0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg14.00 mcg
0 81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg71.50 mg
0 228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.07 mg
0 3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg0.40 mcg
0 40.3
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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0 5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0 834
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Choline

1.90 mg7.10 mg
0 19.2
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Fat

0.28 g0.44 g
0 33.49
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Minerals

Potassium

157.00 mg171.00 mg
42 840
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Iron

0.17 mg0.13 mg
0.06 9
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Sodium

2.00 mg1.00 mg
0 1556
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Calcium

6.00 mg5.00 mg
1 100
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Magnesium

7.00 mg10.00 mg
0 92
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Zinc

0.10 mg0.07 mg
0 2.7
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Phosphorus

16.00 mg31.00 mg
0 113
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Manganese

0.05 mg0.06 mg
0 3.3
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Copper

0.06 mg0.15 mg
0 2
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Selenium

0.00 mcg0.60 mcg
0 63.7
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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg65.00 mg
0 318
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Omega 6s

44.00 mg67.00 mg
0 1689
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Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg8.00 mg
0 87
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Water Content

87.02 g81.76 g
0 95.23
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Ash

0.40 g0.44 g
0 87.1
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Calories

Serving Size

100 g
100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal66.00 kcal
15 354
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

37.00 kcal66.00 kcal
12 354
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Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal77.73 kcal
0 354
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Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal277.00 kcal
16 747
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Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal91.00 kcal
15 443
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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal50.00 kcal
16 461
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Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal260.00 kcal
49 420
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Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal280.00 kcal
80 450
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Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit
Tree fruit, Tropical

Season

Summer
Spring, Summer

Varieties

Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal

Seedless Variety

Color

Dark purple
Bright red, Pink red

Inside Color

Yellow
Greyish-white

Shape

Oval
Oval

Texture

Grainy
Fleshy

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet

Origin

Syria
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam

Grows on

Trees
Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Soil pH

5.5-6.55.5-6.5
3.5 10
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Climatic Conditions

Cold
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts

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 seed of Lychee fruit is toxic & can adversely affect the digestive system.
  • This fruit gives a smoky flavor when eaten dried.
  • This fruit is a symbol of love and romance in China.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Beer

Spirits

Cocktails

Production

Top Producer

United Kingdom
China

Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America
Hong Kong

Top Exporter

France
China

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Litchi chinensis

Synonym

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Nephelium litchi

Classification

Domain

Eukarya
Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae
Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae
Rosidae

Order

Rosales
Sapindales

Family

Rosaceae
Sapindaceae

Genus

Prunus
Litchi

Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
L. chinensis

Generic Group

-
Soapberry

Difference Between Damson and Lychee

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Lychee with peel is 46.00 kcal and 66.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 37.00 kcal and 66.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Lychee 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 Lychee is Rosales and Sapindales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.