Physalis

Damson

Physalis and Damson

Physalis

Damson

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Benefits

Health Benefits

Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Cancer prevention, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Reduces blood circulation problems, Treatment of cough, fever & sore throat, Treatment of Hypertension

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

General Benefits

Treatment of asthma, Treatment of cataract, Treatment of hepatitis, Treatment of macular degeneration, Treatment of neurodegenerative diseases

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

Treatment of Rheumatism & Dermatitis, Treatment of Skin Inflammation

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

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Side Effects

Hypertension, Ventricular Tachycardia

Allergic reaction

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

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Lactating Women

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Best Time to Eat

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

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

Carbs

13.30 g11.42 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

0.50 g1.40 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

3.90 g9.92 g

0 63.35

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Protein

2.30 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.170.06

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

150.00 mcg17.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.11 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.04 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

2.80 mg0.42 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.62 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.10 mg0.03 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

10.00 mcg5.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

28.00 mg9.50 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.50 mg0.26 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.50 mcg6.40 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

335.00 mcg73.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

2.00 mg1.90 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.00 g0.28 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

170.00 mg157.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

1.30 mg0.17 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

1.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

12.00 mg6.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

8.00 mg7.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

39.00 mg16.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.40 mg0.05 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.10 mg0.06 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.90 mcg0.00 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

60.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

80.00 mg44.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

9.00 mg7.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

92.70 g87.02 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.80 g0.40 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

77.00 kcal46.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

36.00 kcal37.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

53.00 kcal49.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

92.00 kcal240.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

53.00 kcal63.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

60.00 kcal70.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

238.00 kcal220.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

320.00 kcal294.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Fruit vegetable

Tree fruit

Season

Spring, Summer

Summer

Varieties

Physalis franchetii, Physalis pruinosa, Physalis peruviana, Physalis heterophylla and Physalis philadelphica

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

Seedless Variety

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Color

Bright Yellow, Orange

Dark purple

Inside Color

Orange

Yellow

Shape

Round

Oval

Texture

Juicy

Grainy

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Origin

Chile, Peru

Syria

Grows on

Bushes

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Soil pH

5-6.15.5-6.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Cold

Facts

Facts about

Physalis is also known as Cape Gooseberry or Golden Berry.

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

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Beer

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Spirits

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Cocktails

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Production

Top Producer

United Kingdom

Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

Top Importer

Netherlands

United States of America

Top Exporter

Colombia

France

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Physalis Peruviana

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Synonym

Alkekengi, Herschellia & Pentaphitrum

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Asteridae

Rosidae

Order

Solanales

Rosales

Family

Solanaceae

Rosaceae

Genus

Physalis

Prunus

Species

Physalis

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Generic Group

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Difference Between Physalis and Damson

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Physalis and Damson with peel is 77.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 36.00 kcal and 37.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Physalis 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 Physalis and Damson is Solanales and Rosales respectively. Physalis belongs to Solanaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Physalis belongs to Physalis genus of Physalis species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.