Health Benefits
Anti depressant, Boosts immune system, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces stress
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Strengthens bones
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Flu treatment, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy Symptoms
Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Nasal congestion, Red rash, Runny nose, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
Affects blood glucose levels, Nausea, Stomach pain
Allergic reaction
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Calories in Pie
Not Available
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Tree fruit
Varieties
D24, D99 (Gob kecil), D123 (Chanee), D145 (Beserah), D158 (Gan Yau), D159 (Monthong), D169 (Tok Litok), D188, D189, D190, D163 (Hor Lor) and D164 (Ang Bak)
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Inside Color
Yellow
Yellow
Taste
Creamy, Sweet
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
Syria
Grows on
Not Available
Trees
Soil Type
Clay
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Hot, Humid
Cold
Facts about
- 1 kg of durian contains 1350 calories which may cause weight gain.
- It may have a hyperthermic effect on the body, making you feel warmer.
- Study shows that durian has an ability to reduce infertility in men & women.
- 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.
Top Producer
Thailand
United Kingdom
Other Countries
Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines
Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
China
United States of America
Top Exporter
Thailand
France
Botanical Name
Durio zibethinus
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Synonym
Lahia Hassk
Not Available
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Family
Malvaceae
Rosaceae
Species
D. zibethinus
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Generic Group
Not Available
Not Available
Difference Between Durian and Damson
We might think that Durian and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Durian and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Durian and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Durian and Damson with peel is Not Available and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 147.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Durian and Damson belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Durian and Damson is Malvales and Rosales respectively. Durian belongs to Malvaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Durian belongs to Durio genus of D. zibethinus species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.