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Mangosteen
"Unwrap the Queen of Fruits, and Experience Tropical Bliss"
Mangosteen is a tropical, purple-colored fruit often referred to as the 'Queen of Fruits'. It has a soft, white interior and is encased in a rind that is typically split when ripe, revealing the segments of juicy pulp inside.
Also known as
Purple mangosteen, Manggis
Botanical name
Garcinia mangostana
Product Details
PLU Code
93042
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Mangosteen › All Sizes
Origin
Southeast Asia
Temperature
12 to 14°C (54 to 57°F)
Shelf Life
20 days
Status
Approved
About Mangosteen
Native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, the Mangosteen fruit is highly prized for its flavor and medicinal properties. Rich in Vitamins C, B6, and magnesium, the fruit also contains powerful antioxidants.
Nutrition Information
Mangosteen is a nutrient-rich fruit that provides various essential vitamins and minerals. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, one 100-gram serving of mangosteen contains approximately 50-85 calories, 12-13 grams of carbohydrates, and 0.6-0.7 grams of fiber.
It is a good source of vitamin C, with around 3 milligrams per 100 grams, and also contains vitamin B6, vitamin B1, magnesium, potassium, and copper. Mangosteen is rich in antioxidants like xanthones, which may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh mangosteen (current commercial practice). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
12 to 14°C (54 to 57°F)
Humidity
85-90%
Packaging
Breathable bags or ventilated boxes to prevent moisture accumulation and maintain humidity.
Shelf Life
20 days
Storage Notes: Chilling makes the rind harden and darken rapidly once fruit return to room temperature, and even small impacts harden the rind, so handle gently. Produces significant ethylene: store apart from ethylene-sensitive produce. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 412-414.
Applies to: fresh mangosteen (current commercial practice).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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