4759 Butternut
Butternut, a sweet and nutty variety, is a type of winter squash that has a distinctive bell shape and sweet, slightly nutty flavor.
Also known as: Winter marrow, Butternut squash
Botanical name: C.maxima
Quick Facts
PLU Code
4759 (4-digit conventional)
Category & Size
Vegetables › Squash › All Sizes
Origin
Native to South America, now grown worldwide
Storage Temperature
10 - 13°C (50 - 55°F)
Shelf Life
Up to 60 days
Status
Approved
About Butternut
Butternuts are rich in vitamins A and C, fiber, and minerals. They have a hard, thick skin which turns from green to pale tan as they mature and can be stored for months.
Nutrition Information
Butternut is rich in essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, here are its nutrition facts per 100 grams of serving,
it contains 45 kcal of energy, 2 grams of protein, 0.1 grams of fat, 9.2 grams of fibre and 0.2 grams of omega 6 fatty acids
Also in the Vitamin department Butternut is a great source of vitamins like 120 mcg of folate, 950 mcg RE of beta-carotene, 144 mcg RE, of an equivalent of Vitamin A, it also provides vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K 170 mcg
Butternut also has rich mineral content 340 mg potassium, 160 mg of phosphorus, 28 mg of calcium, 20 mg of magnesium
Storage & Handling
Butternut squash is a cool season crop that requires low temperature and high humidity for optimal storage.
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).