Ugli fruit and Damson
Benefits
Health Benefits
Increases metabolic rate, Lower blood pressure, Protects against kidney stone formation
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
General Benefits
Gives you energy
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
Skin cleansing
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
NA
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
NA
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
No
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)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
11.00 g
99+
11.42 g
99+
Fiber
2.00 g
26
1.40 g
32
Sugar
8.00 g
36
9.92 g
22
Protein
1.00 g
25
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.09
16
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Not Available
17.00 mcg
22
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Not Available
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Not Available
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
Not Available
0.42 mg
35
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
Not Available
0.03 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
70.00 mg
8
9.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
0.26 mg
26
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
6.40 mcg
12
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
73.00 mcg
19
Choline
Not Available
1.90 mg
31
Fat
Not Available
0.28 g
29
Minerals
Potassium
Not Available
157.00 mg
99+
Iron
Not Available
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
Not Available
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
Not Available
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
Not Available
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
Not Available
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
Not Available
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
Not Available
0.05 mg
99+
Copper
Not Available
0.06 mg
39
Selenium
Not Available
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
Not Available
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
Not Available
44.00 mg
36
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
7.00 mg
12
Water Content
Not Available
87.02 g
26
Ash
Not Available
0.40 g
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
45.00 kcal
28
46.00 kcal
27
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
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
Not Available
63.00 kcal
17
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal
14
220.00 kcal
24
Calories in Pie
Not Available
294.00 kcal
20
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Tree fruit
Season
Dry
Summer
Varieties
NA
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Orange, Yellow
Dark purple
Inside Color
Creamy Yellow
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Succulent
Grainy
Taste
Sweet
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
Jamaica
Syria
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loamy
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- The name is derived from the word "ugly" refering to the it's unpleasant appearance, with rough, wrinkled, greenish-yellow rind, wrapped loosely around the orange pulpy citrus inside.
- 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
No
Yes
Beer
No
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Jamaica
United Kingdom
Other Countries
NA, United States of America
Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
Europe
United States of America
Top Exporter
Jamaica
France
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus reticulata × Citrus paradisi
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Synonym
Tangelo, citrus tangelo
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
NA
Magnoliophyta
Class
Unknown
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Rosales
Family
Rutaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Citrus
Prunus
Species
C. reticulata × paradisi
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Not Available
Difference Between Ugli fruit and Damson
We might think that Ugli fruit and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Ugli fruit and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Ugli fruit and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Ugli fruit and Damson with peel is 45.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Ugli fruit and Damson belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Ugli fruit and Damson is Sapindales and Rosales respectively. Ugli fruit belongs to Rutaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Ugli fruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata × paradisi species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
