4074 Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are a nutrient-rich starchy root vegetable with a sweet, soft flesh and a versatile, sweet flavor, offering numerous health benefits.
Also known as: Batatas, Yams, Kumara, Patata
Botanical name: Ipomoea batato
Quick Facts
PLU Code
4074 (4-digit conventional)
Category & Size
Vegetables › Sweet Potato/Yam/Kumara › Small
Origin
The Americas
Storage Temperature
13-15°C (55-59°F)
Shelf Life
2-4 weeks
Status
Approved
About Sweet Potatoes
Ipomoea batatas is the scientific name for sweet potatoes, although often confused with yams, they belong to different plant families and have distinct characteristics. Sweet potatoes come in varied shapes, sizes and colors and are suitable for baking, boiling, steaming and frying.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for sweet potatoes are
100 grams of sweet potatoes provide approximately 70-86 kilocalories of energy
1.6-2.4 grams of protein
16-17 grams of carbohydrates
3-4 grams of dietary fiber
0.2 grams of fat
26-30 milligrams of calcium
28-40 milligrams of magnesium
12-14 milligrams of iron
2-4 milligrams of zinc
60-70 milligrams of phosphorus
600-650 micrograms of vitamin A
8-12 milligrams of vitamin C
60-80 micrograms of folate
1-2 milligrams of manganese
25-35 micrograms of copper
18-22 micrograms of selenium
These values vary depending on the specific variety of sweet potatoes and growing conditions
Storage & Handling
Store in dark, well-ventilated area away from heat sources to regulate respiration and delay moisture loss
Optimal Storage Conditions:
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PLU Code Reference
4-digit codes: Conventionally grown produce
5-digit codes starting with 9: Organic produce
5-digit codes starting with 8: Originally intended for GMO (rarely used)
PLU codes streamline checkout processes, improve inventory management, and provide consistency across different stores. The system was developed by the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS).