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PLU 4905


Sorrel

"Adding tangy flavor to dishes worldwide"

A tart and flavorful herb commonly used in soups, salads, and sauces, belonging to the buckwheat family.

Also known as

sour dock, spinach dock, lemon balm

Botanical name

Rumex spp.

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Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

4905

4-digit conventional code

Category

Herbs

SorrelAll Sizes

Origin

Native to Europe and Western Asia, currently cultivated globally

Temperature

32°F - 40°F (0°C - 4°C)

Shelf Life

7 - 10 days

Status

Approved

About Sorrel

Sorrel is a perennial herb with edible leaves, available in different varieties, and is sensitive to heat, making it a challenging crop for long-distance transportation.

Nutrition Information

Sorrel is a nutrient-rich herb that provides several essential vitamins and minerals per 100 grams. The nutrition facts are as follows:

Energy: 34 kilocalories

Protein: 2.5 grams

Carbohydrates: 7.64 grams

Fiber: 2.1 grams

Fat: 0.48 grams

Sodium: 3 milligrams

Potassium: 573 milligrams

Phosphorus: 130 milligrams

Magnesium: 56 milligrams

Calcium: 83 milligrams

Iron: 1.9 milligrams

Vitamin A: 1601 micrograms

Vitamin C: 50 milligrams

Vitamin E: 1.8 milligrams

Vitamin K: 171 micrograms

Folate: 26 micrograms

Thiamine: 0.06 milligrams

Riboflavin: 0.17 milligrams

Niacin: 0.56 milligrams

Vitamin B6: 0.08 milligrams

Storage & Handling

cool, moist storage conditions

Temperature

32°F - 40°F (0°C - 4°C)

Humidity

80 - 90%

Packaging

Breathable packaging to maintain humidity, wrapped in plastic or polypropylene bags to prevent moisture loss

Shelf Life

7 - 10 days

Storage Notes: Ethylene production is high, so separate from ethylene-sensitive commodities. Monitor for signs of spoilage, such as wilting or yellowing leaves.

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4905SorrelRumex spp.All SizesHerbsSorrel

Details

Commodity Keysorrel
Variety
CreatedDecember 1999
Last UpdatedDecember 2023

PLU Reference

4-digit codes: Conventional produce

5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce

5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)

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