Variety traits

Bloom — bullace, damson, and mirabelle

Prunus domestica L. subsp. insititia (L.) C. K. Schneid.

The bloom on the fruit of bullace, damson, and mirabelle is a layer of epicuticular wax that ensures moisture retention and market appearance. It is a qualitative varietal characteristic that influences the transpiration rate during storage and the visual perception of fruit color.

In the reference 11 varieties crop Damson, where this is mentioned in the description.

For representatives of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia, the bloom is a natural biological feature of the fruit, forming its characteristic matte finish. In dark-colored damson and bullace varieties, this layer, combined with skin pigmentation, creates a pronounced blue or purple visual effect.

In agronomic practice, the intensity of the bloom is not subject to strict quantitative assessment and is recorded descriptively as a varietal trait. The preservation of this layer is critical during harvesting and transport, as damage to the wax coating accelerates fruit transpiration and reduces post-harvest shelf life.

General information about the subject — on the page Waxy bloom.

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Varieties of Damson mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.