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Plum

"Nature's candy"

A sweet and juicy stone fruit native to Asia and Europe, known for its rich flavor and vibrant colors.

Also known as

Stone Fruit, Prune, Damson

Botanical name

Prunus spp.

Plum illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

4042

4-digit conventional code

Category

Fruits

PlumsLarge

Origin

Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Australia

Temperature

0.5 - 0.0°C (32-31°F) (for non-ripe) and 4.4-7.2°C (40-45°F) (for ripe)

Shelf Life

2-4 weeks

Status

Approved

About Plum

Plums are a versatile fruit with a wide range of varieties, each offering unique flavor profiles and textures. They are rich in vitamins A and C, potassium, and fiber.

Nutrition Information

Plum is a nutrient-dense fruit, its nutrition facts are as follows per 100 grams:

energy 63 kcal

carbohydrates 15.6 grams

sugars 11.4 grams

dietary fiber 1.4 grams

protein 0.7 gram

fat 0.3 grams

water content 85.6 percent

sodium 0 milligrams

potassium 157 milligrams

vitamin A 17 micrograms

vitamin C 9.5 milligrams

calcium 6 milligrams

magnesium 7 milligrams

manganese 0.1 milligrams

Storage & Handling

Plums are highly perishable and sensitive to temperature, humidity, and ethylene exposure. Store in a controlled atmosphere to extend shelf life. Ethylene-producing fruits should not be stored nearby.

Temperature

0.5 - 0.0°C (32-31°F) (for non-ripe) and 4.4-7.2°C (40-45°F) (for ripe)

Humidity

85-90%

Packaging

Shallow trays or containers, covered with a breathable wrap or overwrap

Shelf Life

2-4 weeks

Storage Notes: Plums should not be stored with apples, as they can become mealy due to ethylene production.

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4042PlumPrunus spp.LargeFruitsPlums

Details

Commodity Keyplums
VarietyRed (Includes Santa Rosa, Late Santa Rosa, Red Beaut, Rich Red, Spring Beaut, First Beaut, Royal Red, Red Jewel, Rose Zee, Royal Zee, Ace, Aleta Rose, Burgandy, July Santa Rosa, Frontier, Fortune, Grand Rosa, Red Lane, Red Rosa, Casselman, Autumn Rosa, Mi
CreatedDecember 1999
Last UpdatedDecember 2023

PLU Reference

4-digit codes: Conventional produce

5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce

5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)

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