4633 Hydroponic Lettuce
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
Quick Facts
PLU Code
4633 (4-digit conventional)
Category & Size
Vegetables › Lettuce › All 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:
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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).