Apricots/Plums
"Sweetness from the tree, straight to you."
A juicy, sweet and succulent stone fruit, characterized by a single seed in the center, protected by a smooth skin, with a vibrant orange and red coloration.
Also known as
Prunus, Plumcot, Aprium
Botanical name
Prunus spp.
Product Details
PLU Code
4440
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Plums › Large
Origin
Native to Central Asia and the Middle East, yet widely cultivated in Mediterranean, European, American and Asian regions.
Temperature
-0.5°C to 0°C
Shelf Life
2-4 weeks
Status
Approved
About Apricots/Plums
Tree-ripened apricots and plums have a higher sugar content, making them sweeter and more flavorful than unripe ones, and require careful handling, transportation and storage to maintain their quality.
Nutrition Information
Apricots and plums are nutrient-rich fruits that provide a range of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Here are the key nutrition facts for tree-ripened apricots and plums per 100 grams of fresh fruit.
Apricots:
Energy 48 kcal
Carbohydrates 11.1 grams
Fiber 3.1 grams
Protein 1.4 grams
Fat 0.4 grams
Vitamin A 1926 micrograms
Vitamin C 10 milligrams
Potassium 427 milligrams
Vitamin K 3.3 micrograms
Plums:
Energy 46 kcal
Carbohydrates 11.6 grams
Fiber 2.3 grams
Protein 0.6 grams
Fat 0.2 grams
Vitamin A 175 micrograms
Vitamin C 9 milligrams
Potassium 157 milligrams
Vitamin K 6.6 micrograms
Storage & Handling
Store at low temperature and high humidity to maintain texture and flavor.
Temperature
-0.5°C to 0°C
Humidity
80-90%
Packaging
Ventilated crates, boxes or bags
Shelf Life
2-4 weeks
Storage Notes: Ethylene production is high, hence CO2 levels should be controlled.
Search PLU Codes
Tags
Details
PLU Reference
4-digit codes: Conventional produce
5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce
5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)
Similar Products
Other plums varieties you might be interested in
4439
PLUM
Tree Ripened
4436
Italian Prune/Sugar
Italian Prune/Sugar
4041
Plum
Red (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
3457
President Plums
President
4434
Plum - Green
Green (Includes Dolly, Kelsey, Wickson)
4039
Black Plums
Black (Includes Ambra, Black Beaut, Prima Black, Blackamber, Black Torch, Catalina, Challenger, Black Diamond, Friar, Royal Diamond, Black Knight, Freedom, Black Flame, Howard Sun, Angeleno)
Need More Information?
Access our comprehensive database with AI-powered features for detailed produce information, personalized recommendations, and more.