Sour Cherry and Damson
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of osteoarthritis
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures headache, 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
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Acts as moisturizer, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Fainting, Itching, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
Abdominal cramps, Allergic reaction, Bloating, Intestinal gas
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
No
Best Time to Eat
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, 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)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
12.20 g
39
11.42 g
99+
Fiber
1.60 g
30
1.40 g
32
Sugar
8.50 g
31
9.92 g
22
Protein
1.00 g
25
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
18
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
64.00 mcg
9
17.00 mcg
22
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
31
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
23
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.40 mg
36
0.42 mg
35
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg
99+
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg
99+
0.03 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
10.00 mg
99+
9.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.07 mg
38
0.26 mg
26
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.10 mcg
27
6.40 mcg
12
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
85.00 mcg
16
73.00 mcg
19
Choline
6.10 mg
19
1.90 mg
31
Fat
0.30 g
28
0.28 g
29
Minerals
Potassium
173.00 mg
99+
157.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.32 mg
33
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
3.00 mg
17
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
16.00 mg
25
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
9.00 mg
26
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
15.00 mg
31
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.11 mg
30
0.05 mg
99+
Copper
0.10 mg
21
0.06 mg
39
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
44.00 mg
18
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
46.00 mg
35
44.00 mg
36
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
7.00 mg
12
Water Content
86.13 g
32
87.02 g
26
Ash
0.40 g
33
0.40 g
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
50.00 kcal
24
46.00 kcal
27
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
46.00 kcal
18
49.00 kcal
16
Calories in Dried Form
350.00 kcal
11
240.00 kcal
34
Calories in Canned Form
75.00 kcal
13
63.00 kcal
17
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
52.00 kcal
28
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
200.00 kcal
26
220.00 kcal
24
Calories in Pie
390.00 kcal
5
294.00 kcal
20
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Tree fruit
Season
Summer
Summer
Varieties
Evan, Mesabi, Meteor, Northstar, Montmorency and Mongolian
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Red
Dark purple
Inside Color
Red
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Crunchy
Grainy
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
Europe, Western Asia
Syria
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-8
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- Using 1/4 tablespoon of almond extract with cherries, brings out the real flavor of cherries.
- In earlier times, serving cherry pie with ice cream was prohibited.
- 23 April is National cherry cheese cake day.
- 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
Turkey
United Kingdom
Other Countries
Albania, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Croatia, Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Iran, Italy, Macedonia, Moldova, Poland, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine, United States of America, Uzbekistan
Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
Germany
United States of America
Top Exporter
Poland
France
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus cerasus
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
Rosales
Rosales
Family
Rosaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Prunus
Prunus
Species
P. cerasus
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Generic Group
Rose
Not Available
Difference Between Sour Cherry and Damson
We might think that Sour Cherry and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Sour Cherry and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Sour Cherry and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Sour Cherry and Damson with peel is 50.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Sour Cherry 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 Sour Cherry and Damson is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Sour Cherry belongs to Rosaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Sour Cherry belongs to Prunus genus of P. cerasus species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
