4633 Hydroponic Lettuce

"Fresh, crisp, and grown without soil."

A delicate and crisp, nutrient-rich green leafy edible crop produced through a soilless cultivation method.

Also known as: Lettuce, Hydrogreens, Soilless Lettuce, Leaf Lettuce, Green Lettuce

Botanical name: Lactuca sativa

Hydroponic Lettuce illustration

Quick Facts

PLU Code

4633 (4-digit conventional)

Category & Size

VegetablesLettuceAll Sizes

Origin

Netherlands, China, US are among some of the largest producers.

Storage Temperature

0-2°C

Shelf Life

7-10 days

Status

Approved

About Hydroponic Lettuce

Hydroponic lettuce is grown in vertically stacked grow tubes or channels, using recirculating water and nutrient solutions, reducing land usage and increasing crop yields.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition facts for Hydroponic Lettuce

Energy 15 kcal per 100 grams

Moisture content 95 percent

Protein 1 gram

Carbohydrates 1 gram

Fiber 0.9 grams

Sugar 0.5 grams

Fat 0.1 grams

Cholesterol 0 milligrams

Sodium 0.6 milligrams

Potassium 392 milligrams

Calcium 52 milligrams

Iron 0.33 milligrams

Vitamin A 166 micrograms

Folate 27 milligrams

Vitamin B1 0.05 milligrams

Vitamin B6 0.1 milligrams

Vitamin C 23 milligrams

Note values may vary slightly based on specific production and handling practices

Storage & Handling

Store in a refrigerated environment to maintain freshness and crispness.

Optimal Storage Conditions:
Temperature: 0-2°C
Humidity: 80-90%
Packaging: Breathable, humid, and sealed packaging
Shelf Life: 7-10 days
Storage Notes: Avoid ethylene-producing fruits, such as apples, to prevent ripening and spoilage.

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4633Hydroponic LettuceLactuca sativaAll SizesVegetablesLettuceApproved
Commodity Details
Commodity Key:
lettuce
Variety:
Hydroponic
Created:
December 1999
Last Updated:
December 2023
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).