Where Are Different Types of Plums Mostly Found? What Properties and Uses Do They Have?
The plum has grown in China thousands of years ago and then found its way to America and Europe. In Iran, it has four species.
History of Plums:
We have dedicated this article to introduce Iranian and foreign plums, as well as to examine their uses and attractive features.
According to various sources, the plum has grown in China thousands of years ago and then found its way to America and Europe.
In Iran, plums are also available as saplings and have four species, to which modified and imported species have also been added. Imported species also have a decorative aspect.
Plums Have Three Uses:
Consumed raw as a summer fruit snack
Baked to make fruit rolls
Dried for use in food or as snacks
Plums are available in yellow, red, and purple colors and various sizes in the market, and the taste and flavor of each one are very popular.
Introduction and Classification of Plums:
Black Plum
(Very early yielding and suitable for semi-cold and warm regions, it has a high tolerance to heat and cold.)
Yellow Plum
(Suitable for northwestern and eastern regions of Iran and mountainous areas of the central province.)
This type of plum has received a lot of attention due to its various uses, such as drying, using in stews, etc.
The benefits of Yellow Plum include containing vitamins A, B6, and potassium. They also stimulate intestinal muscles, relieve constipation, and regulate blood pressure
Baraghani Plum
Another one of the most popular plums is the prune, which is widely used as a dried fruit, in fruit rolls, and as a food flavoring. As the name suggests, it is mainly grown in the village of Burgan in Alborz province and is known as the best plum tree.
Prunus domestica
Usually, this type of plum is wild and self-grown, but it can also be grafted and grows abundantly in forested areas.
The uses of Prunus domestica are mostly as dried fruit, in stews, as fruit rolls, and also as dessert and snacks.
It’s interesting to know that the forest of Alimastan Amol is a source of wild plums, and its sour and smooth taste has a lot of fans.
The wild plum is native to Asia, Southeast Europe, East Australia, and North America.
Other plums are grown in different parts of the world, including the ones mentioned:
Plum wine
California plum (blossom plum)
plum Angela
General Properties of Plums:
Laxative and helpful for the digestive system, improves bone health, rich in antioxidants, and vitamins C and potassium (prevents strokes).
Prohibition of Consuming Different Types of Plums:
Excessive consumption of different types of plums can cause allergies, stomach acidity, drug interference, decreased blood sugar, and will also cause kidney and bladder stones. Therefore, it is recommended to consume them moderately because excessive consumption of any food is not permissible and has adverse effects.
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