Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Cancer prevention, Cures fatigue, Heart care, Prevents strokes
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, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of blackheads, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Diarrhea, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Increase in blood sugar level, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
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)
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)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Type
Tree fruit
Tree fruit
Season
Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Alphonso, Valencia Pride, Badami, Chaunsa, Nam Dok Mai, Glenn, Sindhri, Madame Francique, Kesar and Keitt
Color
Dark purple
Orange, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Yellow
Yellow
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Sweet
Origin
Syria
Southern Asia
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Sand
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Humid, Warm to hot climate
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.
- A mango tree can bear fruits even after the age of 300 years.
- Height of a mango tree can be as high as 100 feet.
- In India, mango is known as a symbol of love. Also, a mango basket is considered as the sign of friendship.
Top Producer
United Kingdom
India
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
Bangladesh, Brazil, China, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
France
Mexico
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Mangifera Indica
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Family
Rosaceae
Anacardiaceae
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
M. indica
Generic Group
Not Available
Cashew
Difference Between Damson and Mango
We might think that Damson and Mango are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Damson and Mango Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Damson and Mango is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Mango with peel is 46.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 60.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Mango 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 Mango is Rosales and Sapindales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Mango belongs to Anacardiaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Mango belongs to Mangifera genus of M. indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.