Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of osteoarthritis
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, Controls blood pressure, Cures headache, Digestive aid
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 rejuvenation, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Acts as moisturizer, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Fainting, Itching, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Abdominal cramps, Allergic reaction, Bloating, Intestinal gas
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
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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)
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Type
Tree fruit
Tree fruit
Season
Summer
Summer
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Evan, Mesabi, Meteor, Northstar, Montmorency and Mongolian
Seedless Variety
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Color
Dark purple
Red
Inside Color
Yellow
Red
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Grainy
Crunchy
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Sweet-Sour
Origin
Syria
Europe, Western Asia
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Sandy
Soil pH
5.5-6.55.5-8
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Cold
Cold
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.
- Using 1/4 tablespoon of almond extract with cherries, brings out the real flavor of cherries.
- In earlier times, serving cherry pie with ice cream was prohibited.
- 23 April is National cherry cheese cake day.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
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Beer
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Spirits
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Production
Top Producer
United Kingdom
Turkey
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
Albania, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Croatia, Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Iran, Italy, Macedonia, Moldova, Poland, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine, United States of America, Uzbekistan
Top Importer
United States of America
Germany
Top Exporter
France
Poland