Damson plum

The damson plum, scientifically known as Prunus insititia, is a small, tart fruit that comes from a widely cultivated plum tree. It is a variety of plum, which are trees or shrubs belonging to the genus Prunus. Plums are closely related to peaches and cherries and are consumed fresh, cooked into jams and compotes, or used in pastries.12

The damson plum has a history connected to Damascus, with its name deriving from the Latin for "plum of Damascus". While some damson varieties are tart, others are comparatively sweet and resemble typical plums in flavor. Plums that can be dried without fermenting are called prunes, and this preservation method is possible due to their firm flesh and high sugar content.132