Cactus Leaves (Nopales/Cactus Pads)
"Fleshy Cactus Pads"
Nopales are the fleshy pads of the cactus, distinct from prickly-pear fruits.
Also known as
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Botanical name
Opuntia
Product Details
PLU Code
4558
4-digit conventional code
Category
Vegetables
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Origin
Unknown
Temperature
5 to 10°C (41 to 50°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Status
Approved
About Cactus Leaves (Nopales/Cactus Pads)
PLU information is not available
Nutrition Information
The Opuntia species of these cactus pads is unspecified. A species-specific Nopalea cochenillifera profile is not a verified match for the entire group.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh whole nopalitos (cactus stems/cladodes). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
5 to 10°C (41 to 50°F)
Humidity
95-99%
Packaging
Breathable bags or crates with cushioning material
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Storage Notes: Decay and water loss limit storage life: stems lose their shiny surface, dull, yellow and curve, and chilling causes bronzing or discoloration if they are held cold too long. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 427-429.
Applies to: fresh whole nopalitos (cactus stems/cladodes).
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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