Rome Apple
"A classic variety for the perfect pie"
A sweet and tender heirloom apple variety, prized for its cooking and baking qualities.
Also known as
Rome Beauty, American Beauty
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
4169
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Small
Origin
Ohio, USA
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
3-4 months
Status
Approved
About Rome Apple
The Rome apple is a late-season variety, known for its rich flavor and firm texture. It's great for making pies, crisps and ciders.
Nutrition Information
One medium-sized Rome apple, weighing approximately 136 grams, contains the following nutrition facts:
Energy value of 63 kilocalories,
0.3 grams of protein,
0.2 grams of fat,
16.9 grams of carbohydrates,
of which 9.5 grams are sugars and 2.4 grams are fiber,
0.015 milligrams of vitamin B1,
0.026 milligrams of vitamin B2,
0.111 milligrams of vitamin B6,
0.092 milligrams of folate,
154 milligrams of potassium,
0.2 milligrams of manganese,
0.192 milligrams of copper,
0.113 milligrams of phosphorus,
4.6 milligrams of calcium,
0.2 milligrams of iron,
0.295 milligrams of magnesium.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for Law Rome apples (air storage). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Ventilated bags or boxes, wax coating recommended
Shelf Life
3-4 months
Storage Notes: A scald inhibitor is essential for Law Rome. Produces significant ethylene: store apart from ethylene-sensitive produce. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 176-194.
Applies to: Law Rome apples (air storage).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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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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