What's the difference between cherry plum and plum, and which fruit is tastier?

"Hello! We bought a small plot of land where we plan to plant an orchard. While choosing fruit trees, we became curious about the difference between cherry plums and plums. (Yana)"

Many beginning gardeners mistakenly assume that cherry plums and plums are indistinguishable, considering these two crops to be closely related. However, this assumption is incorrect, as plums and cherry plums have many distinct differences.

To answer the question of what is the difference between cherry plum and plum, it is necessary first to discuss the difference in taste and the value of the fruits of these crops.

Plums are characterized by low nutritional value. Their fruits contain high amounts of carbohydrates, fiber, fat, and protein. Rich in vitamins, this fruit strengthens the immune system, normalizes gastric acidity, improves metabolism, has a beneficial effect on the nervous system, acts as a laxative and diuretic, and detoxifies the body.

However, despite the large number of beneficial properties, these tasty fruits are contraindicated for diabetes, gastritis, gout, rheumatism and obesity.

Cherry plum, in turn, has a different chemical composition and other beneficial properties. These small fruits, whose skin is bright yellow or yellow-orange, are considered an excellent cold remedy.

Due to its low calorie content and abundance of vitamins, the fruits of this fruit crop have a beneficial effect on the functioning of the liver, gallbladder, and gastrointestinal tract, and also strengthen the immune system.

There's no definitive answer to the question of which is tastier—cherry plum or plum. Both fruits have interesting flavors.