Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Good for diabetics, Improves well-being, Miraculin/miracle fruit makes sour things taste sweet
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
Has taste modifying effect
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
NA
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
NA
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Itching, Skin rash
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Changes taste of food eaten after this fruit, Coagulation
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, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
Protein to Carb Ratio
Not Available
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Not Available
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Not Available
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Not Available
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
Not Available
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
Phytosterol
Not Available
Water Content
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Calories in Juice
Not Available
Calories in Jam
Not Available
Calories in Pie
Not Available
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Gymnema Sylvestre and Thaumatococcus Daniellii
Color
Dark purple
Dark red
Inside Color
Yellow
Greyish-white
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
NA, Sweet
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Rainfall
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 name 'Miracle' because of the magical experience you get after eating it.
- When you have lemon after eating this fruit, it tastes sweet as if it is added with sugar.
- It is also used as natural sweetener.
Top Producer
United Kingdom
NA
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
NA
Top Importer
United States of America
Not Available
Top Exporter
France
United States of America
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Synsepalum Dulcificum
Synonym
Not Available
Miracle Berry, Miraculous Berry and Sweet Berry
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
NA
Subclass
Rosidae
Asteridae
Family
Rosaceae
Sapotaceae
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
S. dulcificum
Generic Group
Not Available
Not Available
Difference Between Damson and Miracle fruit
We might think that Damson and Miracle fruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Damson and Miracle fruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Damson and Miracle fruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Miracle fruit with peel is 46.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Damson and Miracle fruit 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 Miracle fruit is Rosales and Ericales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Miracle fruit belongs to Sapotaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Miracle fruit belongs to Synsepalum genus of S. dulcificum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.