Japanese Persimmon

Damson

Japanese Persimmon and Damson

Japanese Persimmon

Damson

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves eye vision, Weight loss properties

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure

1.1.1 General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Flu treatment, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold

1.2 Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots

1.3 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

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

1.5 Side Effects

Diarrhoea, Might affect blood pressure level

Allergic reaction

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 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)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

18.59 g11.42 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

3.60 g1.40 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

12.53 g9.92 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.58 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.030.06

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

81.00 mcg17.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.10 mg0.42 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

NA0.14 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.10 mg0.03 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

8.00 mcg5.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

7.50 mg9.50 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.73 mg0.26 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.60 mcg6.40 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

159.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

834.00 mcg73.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

7.60 mg1.90 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.19 g0.28 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

161.00 mg157.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.15 mg0.17 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

1.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

8.00 mg6.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

9.00 mg7.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.11 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

17.00 mg16.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.36 mg0.05 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.11 mg0.06 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.60 mcg0.00 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

4.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

39.00 mg44.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

4.00 mg7.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

80.32 g87.02 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.33 g0.40 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

70.00 kcal46.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

NA49.00 kcal

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

274.00 kcal240.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NA63.00 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

90.00 kcal70.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

345.00 kcal220.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

284.00 kcal294.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Berry, Tree fruit

Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Autumn, Winter

Summer

4.3 Varieties

Fuyu, Jiro, Gosho, Suruga, Hiratanenashi, Hachiya, Aizumishirazu, Yotsumizo, Yokono, Costata, Ormond and Tamopan

Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Orange, Red, Yellow

Dark purple

4.6 Inside Color

Orange

Yellow

4.7 Shape

Round

Oval

4.8 Texture

Juicy

Grainy

4.9 Taste

Sweet

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

4.10 Origin

Burma, China, India, Japan

Syria

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Sandy loam, Well-drained

Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

6.5-7.55.5-6.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Can tolerate wide range of climates

Cold

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

Unripe persimmons contain lots of tannin which is used to brew sake & to preserve wood in Japan.
A small non-edible fruit of persimmon tree is crushed with water, the solution is painted on paper & used to repel mosquitoes.

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.

5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

5.2.1 Wine

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5.2.2 Beer

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5.2.3 Spirits

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5.2.4 Cocktails

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5.3 Production

5.3.1 Top Producer

China

United Kingdom

5.3.2 Other Countries

Azerbaijan, Brazil, Israel, Italy, Japan, Pakistan

Ireland, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Japan

France

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Diospyros kaki

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

6.2 Synonym

Not Available

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Dillenhidae

Rosidae

7.7 Order

Ericales

Rosales

7.8 Family

Ebenaceae

Rosaceae

7.9 Genus

Diospyros

Prunus

7.10 Species

D. kaki

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

7.11 Generic Group

Not Available

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Difference Between Japanese Persimmon and Damson

We might think that Japanese Persimmon and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Japanese Persimmon and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Japanese Persimmon and Damson is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Japanese Persimmon and Damson with peel is 70.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Japanese Persimmon and Damson 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 Japanese Persimmon and Damson is Ericales and Rosales respectively. Japanese Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Japanese Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. kaki species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.