Extra Black Plum: Origin and Properties
The black plum is a fruit that belongs to the Prunus genus, of the Rosaceae family. Its scientific name is Prunus salicina and it is also known as Japanese plum or Chinese plum. The black plum is native to Asia and has been cultivated since ancient times in China, Japan, and Korea. Black plum has nutritional, antioxidant, laxative, and purifying properties.
Popular Varieties of Black Plum
There are different types and varieties of black plum according to their shape, size, and flavor. Some of the most popular ones are:
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Black Beauty Plum: It is an American variety cultivated in California. It has a medium to large fruit, round and slightly flattened, with intense purple skin. Its pulp is yellow, firm, and sweet.
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Black Splendor Plum: It is an American variety cultivated in California. It has a medium to large fruit, oval and elongated, with bluish-black skin. Its pulp is reddish, moist, and acidic.
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Black Ruby Plum: It is an American variety cultivated in California. It has a medium to small fruit, round and smooth, with reddish-brown skin. Its pulp is orange-yellow, juicy, and sweet.
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Owen T Plum: It is an American variety cultivated in California. It has a large, round, and slightly flattened fruit, with bluish-black skin. Its pulp is yellow, juicy, and very sweet.
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John W Plum: It is an American variety cultivated in California. It has a large, round, and smooth fruit, with bluish-black skin. Its pulp is yellow, juicy, and very sweet.
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Friar Plum: It is an American variety cultivated in California. It has a medium to large fruit, round and smooth, with dark violet skin. Its pulp is honey-colored, firm, and juicy.
Cultivation and Harvest
Black plum can be easily grown at home, in pots, or in the garden, as long as it has enough light and moisture. It can be sown from seeds or by grafting branches with roots. Black plum grows fast and can be harvested by carefully cutting the fruits when they are ripe. It is best preserved in the refrigerator or dried.
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