Organic
Vegetable Marrow
"Nature's own nutritious and delicious gift"
A versatile and nutritious vegetable, Vegetable Marrow is a type of summer squash, ideal for steaming, boiling, or baking. Its mild flavor and smooth texture make it a perfect addition to a variety of savory dishes.
Also known as
Courgette, Zucchini, Baby Marrow, Yellow Crookneck
Botanical name
Cucurbita pepo
Product Details
PLU Code
93060
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Squash › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in North America, now cultivated in many parts of the world with a warm climate
Temperature
5 to 10°C (41 to 50°F)
Shelf Life
up to 2 weeks
Status
Approved
About Vegetable Marrow
Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, Vegetable Marrow is also low in calories and high in dietary fiber. It's also an excellent source of Vitamin C, potassium, and manganese.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for Vegetable Marrow per 100 grams are: Energy 16 kcal, moisture 95.6 grams, protein 0.6 grams, total fat 0.2 grams, total carbohydrates 3.2 grams, dietary fiber 0.3 grams, sugar 2.0 grams, sodium 1 milligram, potassium 230 milligrams, vitamin A 125 IU, vitamin C 17 milligrams, calcium 15 milligrams, and iron 0.8 milligrams.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for summer squash (Cucurbita pepo: zucchini, crookneck, straightneck, scallop, cocozelle, vegetable marrow). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
5 to 10°C (41 to 50°F)
Humidity
95%
Packaging
Breathable bags or containers to maintain humidity
Shelf Life
up to 2 weeks
Storage Notes: Summer squash shrivel with very little water loss and their tender skin is injured by the slightest scratch or bruise, and chilled fruit pit and decay quickly once warmed. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 556-558.
Applies to: summer squash (Cucurbita pepo: zucchini, crookneck, straightneck, scallop, cocozelle, vegetable marrow).
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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