4905 Sorrel
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.
Quick Facts
PLU Code
4905 (4-digit conventional)
Category & Size
Herbs › Sorrel › All Sizes
Origin
Native to Europe and Western Asia, currently cultivated globally
Storage 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
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).