Damson and Tangerine
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care
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-inflammatory properties, Cures cough, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, 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, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
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, Rejuvenates scalp, Shiny hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Abdominal cramps, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
No
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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
11.42 g
99+
13.34 g
35
Fiber
1.40 g
32
1.80 g
28
Sugar
9.92 g
22
10.58 g
19
Protein
0.70 g
99+
0.81 g
36
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06
21
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
17.00 mcg
22
34.00 mcg
15
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
33
0.06 mg
16
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.04 mg
26
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
35
0.38 mg
38
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg
99+
0.22 mg
28
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.08 mg
21
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
5.00 mcg
30
16.00 mcg
19
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.50 mg
99+
26.70 mg
34
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.26 mg
26
0.20 mg
29
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
6.40 mcg
12
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
73.00 mcg
19
138.00 mcg
6
Choline
1.90 mg
31
10.20 mg
6
Fat
0.28 g
29
0.31 g
27
Minerals
Potassium
157.00 mg
99+
166.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.17 mg
99+
0.15 mg
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
37.00 mg
10
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
12.00 mg
23
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
16.00 mg
29
20.00 mg
25
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
0.04 mg
99+
Copper
0.06 mg
39
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
18.00 mg
26
Omega 6s
44.00 mg
36
48.00 mg
34
Sterol
Phytosterol
7.00 mg
12
Not Available
Water Content
87.02 g
26
85.17 g
37
Ash
0.40 g
33
0.38 g
34
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal
27
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
53.00 kcal
13
Calories in Frozen Form
49.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
240.00 kcal
34
340.00 kcal
12
Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal
17
61.00 kcal
18
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
43.00 kcal
34
Calories in Jam
220.00 kcal
24
50.00 kcal
38
Calories in Pie
294.00 kcal
20
370.00 kcal
8
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Citrus
Season
Summer
Winter
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Clementine, Dancy, King Mandarin, Murcott, Ponkan, Robinson, Satsuma and Sunburst
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Dark purple
Orange
Inside Color
Yellow
Orange
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Grainy
Succulent
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Sweet-Sour
Origin
Syria
South-Eastern Asia
Grows on
Trees
Not Available
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
6-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Sunny
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.
- It is known by another name ' Mandarin'.
- Oil extracted from its peel is used in various skin and hair care products.
- Tangerines is also known as the ‘Christmas Orange’ because it is used to stuff kids' stockings..
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Not Available
Beer
Yes
Not Available
Spirits
Yes
Not Available
Cocktails
Yes
Not Available
Production
Top Producer
United Kingdom
China
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
Brazil, Iran, Italy, Japan, Korea, Morocco, Spain, Turkey
Top Importer
United States of America
China
Top Exporter
France
Spain
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Citrus reticulata
Synonym
Not Available
Citrus clementina or Citrus nobilis
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Rosales
Sapindales
Family
Rosaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Prunus
Citrus
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
C. reticulata
Generic Group
Not Available
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Damson and Tangerine
We might think that Damson and Tangerine are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Damson and Tangerine Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Damson and Tangerine is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Tangerine with peel is 46.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 53.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Tangerine 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 Tangerine is Rosales and Sapindales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Tangerine belongs to Rutaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Tangerine belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
