Health Benefits
Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Diarrhea treatment
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Digestive aid
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 acne, Treats minor cuts
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
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Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy Symptoms
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Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
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Allergic reaction
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)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Varieties
Button Mangosteen and Lemondrop Mangosteen
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Inside Color
White
Yellow
Taste
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Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
Moluccas of Indonesia, Sunda Islands
Syria
Soil Type
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Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
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Cold
Facts about
Purple Mangosteen is often referred to as the 'Queen of Fruits'.
- 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
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United Kingdom
Other Countries
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Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Thailand
France
Botanical Name
Garcinia mangostana
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Synonym
Garcinia mangostana
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Malpighiales
Rosales
Family
Clusiaceae
Rosaceae
Species
G. mangostana
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Difference Between Purple Mangosteen and Damson
We might think that Purple Mangosteen and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Purple Mangosteen and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Purple Mangosteen and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Purple Mangosteen and Damson with peel is 63.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 73.00 kcal and 37.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Purple Mangosteen 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 Purple Mangosteen and Damson is Malpighiales and Rosales respectively. Purple Mangosteen belongs to Clusiaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Purple Mangosteen belongs to Garcinia genus of G. mangostana species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.