Plum

Damson

Plum and Damson

Plum

Damson

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents diabetes

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, 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, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots

1.3 Hair Benefits

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, Vomiting

1.5 Side Effects

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

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)

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

11.42 g11.42 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

1.40 g1.40 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

9.92 g9.92 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.70 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.06

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 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)

0.03 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg0.42 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.03 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg5.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg9.50 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.26 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg6.40 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg73.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

1.90 mg1.90 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.28 g0.28 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

157.00 mg157.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.17 mg0.17 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

0.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

6.00 mg6.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

7.00 mg7.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

16.00 mg16.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.05 mg0.05 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.06 mg0.06 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

44.00 mg44.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

7.00 mg7.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

87.02 g87.02 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.40 g0.40 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal46.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal49.00 kcal

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal240.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal63.00 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

71.00 kcal70.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

310.00 kcal220.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal294.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Summer

4.3 Varieties

Victoria, President, Czar, Ariel, Avalon and Oullins Gage

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

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Pink, Purple, Red

Dark purple

4.6 Inside Color

Yellow

4.7 Shape

Round

Oval

4.8 Texture

Grainy

4.9 Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

4.10 Origin

Caucasus

Syria

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Clay, Loam, Sandy loam

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

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.5-6.55.5-6.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Cold

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

In china, plums are used for production of wine.
A chemical called amygdalin found in plum seeds, turns into toxic compound in human body.
Plum tree produces fruit 3-5 yrs after planting.

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

Bosnia, Chile, India, Iran, Italy, Romania, Serbia, Turkey, United States of America

Ireland, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

United Kingdom

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Chile

France

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Prunus domestica

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

Rosidae

7.7 Order

Rosales

7.8 Family

Rosaceae

7.9 Genus

Prunus

7.10 Species

P. domestica

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

7.11 Generic Group

Rose

Not Available

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Difference Between Plum and Damson

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

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