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PLU 3091


Gobo Root/Burdock

"Greater Burdock Root"

Gobo, also known as burdock root, is the edible root of greater burdock (Arctium lappa), a biennial plant.

Also known as

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Botanical name

Arctium lappa

Gobo Root/Burdock illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

3091

4-digit conventional code

Category

Vegetables

Gobo Root/Burdock › All Sizes

Origin

Temperate Eurasia

Temperature

32°F (0°C) to 40°F (4°C)

Shelf Life

1-2 weeks

Status

Approved

About Gobo Root/Burdock

Gobo is the market name for the root of greater burdock.

Nutrition Information

Burdock root, raw; USDA SR Legacy, FDC 169974, published 4/1/2019. Per 100 g edible portion, approximately: Energy: 72 kcal; Protein: 1.53 g; Fat: 0.15 g; Total carbohydrate (by difference): 17.34 g; Dietary fiber: 3.3 g; Vitamin C: 3 mg; Folate: 23 µg; Total sugars: 2.9 g. Generic reference for the stated edible food and processing form, not a cultivar-specific or item-specific measurement. Composition of an individual shipment has not been measured.

Storage & Handling

Burdock requires cool and humid conditions to maintain its freshness. It is sensitive to moisture and should be handled carefully.

Temperature

32°F (0°C) to 40°F (4°C)

Humidity

80% to 90%

Packaging

Keep away from moisture. Store in breathable bags or containers, such as paper bags or mesh bags.

Shelf Life

1-2 weeks

Storage Notes: Roots and leaves can be stored separately. Roots are typically stored for longer periods than leaves.

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3091Gobo Root/BurdockArctium lappaAll SizesVegetablesGobo Root/Burdock

Details

Commodity Keygobo-root-burdock
Variety
CreatedDecember 1999
Last UpdatedOctober 2026

PLU Reference

4-digit codes: Conventional produce

93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code

83000 series: Future conventional assignments

84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments

Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance

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