Lime and Damson
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cholera treatment, Gout treatment, Heart care, Piles treatment, Scurvy treatment
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
General Benefits
Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
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, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Eye irritation, Hives, Inflammation, Nasal congestion, Runny nose, Skin rash, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
Chances of sunburn
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
No
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, Best to drink warm water with lime on an empty stomach, Don't consume at night and before bed
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
10.50 g
99+
11.42 g
99+
Fiber
2.80 g
22
1.40 g
32
Sugar
1.70 g
99+
9.92 g
22
Protein
0.70 g
99+
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.07
20
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.00 mcg
33
17.00 mcg
22
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
31
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.20 mg
99+
0.42 mg
35
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.22 mg
27
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg
39
0.03 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
29.10 mg
30
9.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.22 mg
28
0.26 mg
26
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.60 mcg
31
6.40 mcg
12
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
73.00 mcg
19
Choline
5.10 mg
24
1.90 mg
31
Fat
0.20 g
33
0.28 g
29
Minerals
Potassium
102.00 mg
99+
157.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.60 mg
21
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
33.00 mg
13
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
6.00 mg
29
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
0.11 mg
22
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
18.00 mg
27
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.01 mg
99+
0.05 mg
99+
Copper
0.07 mg
35
0.06 mg
39
Selenium
0.40 mcg
13
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
19.00 mg
25
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
36.00 mg
40
44.00 mg
36
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
7.00 mg
12
Water Content
88.26 g
17
87.02 g
26
Ash
0.30 g
38
0.40 g
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
46.00 kcal
27
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
30.00 kcal
23
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
49.00 kcal
16
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
240.00 kcal
34
Calories in Canned Form
20.68 kcal
26
63.00 kcal
17
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
30.00 kcal
38
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
19
220.00 kcal
24
Calories in Pie
420.00 kcal
2
294.00 kcal
20
Characteristics
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Tree fruit
Season
All seasons
Summer
Varieties
Key lime, Persian lime, Kaffir lime, Desert lime, Palestine Sweet Lime, Mexican Sweet Lime, Mary Ellen Sweet Lime
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Green
Dark purple
Inside Color
Light Green
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Succulent
Grainy
Taste
Acidic, Sour
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
India
Syria
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay loam, Sandy loam
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-7.5
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Sunny, Warm to hot climate
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- Lime is the called as the powerhouse of flavors.
- Fresh lime juice is so acidic that it can dissolve concrete.
- Limes are more fragrant and acidic than lemons.
- Persian limes are almost seedless and thorn less.
- 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.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
United Kingdom
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, India, Mexico
Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Mexico
France
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus aurantifolia
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Synonym
not available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Rosales
Family
Rutaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Citrus
Prunus
Species
C. aurantifolia
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Not Available
Difference Between Lime and Damson
We might think that Lime and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lime and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lime and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lime and Damson with peel is Not Available and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Lime 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 Lime and Damson is Sapindales and Rosales respectively. Lime belongs to Rutaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Lime belongs to Citrus genus of C. aurantifolia species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
