Plum
"Plums - a sweet treat for every season"
Plums are juicy, sweet and succulent stone fruits often enjoyed fresh, cooked or dried.
Also known as
Plums, Japanese plums, European plums, damson, greengage
Botanical name
Prunus spp.
Product Details
PLU Code
4041
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Plums › Small
Origin
Asia, Western Europe, Americas
Temperature
0-5°C (32-41°F)
Shelf Life
1-4 weeks (varies by variety and ripeness)
Status
Approved
About Plum
The plum is a popular stone fruit with hundreds of varieties, with the Red variety being widely grown and exported.
Nutrition Information
Plums have a rich nutritional profile. Here are the nutrition facts for 100 grams of plums:
Energy: 46 kilocalories
Carbohydrates: 11.4 grams
Fiber: 1.4 grams
Sugar: 9.2 grams
Protein: 0.7 grams
Fat: 0.3 grams
Sodium: 1 milligram
Potassium: 157 milligrams
Vitamin A: 10 International Units
Vitamin C: 3.2 milligrams
Calcium: 6 milligrams
Iron: 0.3 milligrams
Phosphorus: 16 milligrams.
Storage & Handling
Low temperature and high humidity to delay ripening and spoilage
Temperature
0-5°C (32-41°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Polyester bags or liner bags to maintain high humidity
Shelf Life
1-4 weeks (varies by variety and ripeness)
Storage Notes: Ethylene production should be controlled using ethylene absorbing products. Handling and bruising can cause spoilage, precautions should be taken.
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce
5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)
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