Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Increases metabolic rate, Lower blood pressure, Protects against kidney stone formation
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
Gives you energy
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Skin cleansing
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
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Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
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Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, 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)
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Jamaican Tangelo
Color
Dark purple
Orange, Yellow
Inside Color
Yellow
Creamy Yellow
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Sweet
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loamy
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Warm
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 is derived from the word "ugly" refering to the it's unpleasant appearance, with rough, wrinkled, greenish-yellow rind, wrapped loosely around the orange pulpy citrus inside.
Top Producer
United Kingdom
Jamaica
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Europe
Top Exporter
France
Jamaica
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Citrus reticulata × Citrus paradisi
Synonym
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Tangelo, citrus tangelo
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
C. reticulata × paradisi
Generic Group
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Citrus fruit
Difference Between Damson and Ugli fruit
We might think that Damson and Ugli fruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Damson and Ugli fruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Damson and Ugli fruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Ugli fruit with peel is 46.00 kcal and 45.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 37.00 kcal and 43.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Ugli 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 Ugli fruit is Rosales and Sapindales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Ugli fruit belongs to Rutaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Ugli fruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata × paradisi species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.