Organic
Gold Honeydew Melon
"Sweet and refreshing gold treasure"
A sweet and refreshing variety of Honeydew melon, characterized by its smooth golden skin and juicy, pale green flesh.
Also known as
Yellow Honeydew, Orange Flesh Honeydew
Botanical name
Cucumis melo
Product Details
PLU Code
93100
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Melon › All Sizes
Origin
Originated from France, now cultivated in various parts of the United States, Spain and other countries.
Temperature
10°C for cut-from-vine fruit; 7°C for full-slip or ethylene-ripened fruit
Shelf Life
Cut-from-vine: up to 3 weeks at 10°C; ripe: 7-10 days at 7°C
Status
Approved
About Gold Honeydew Melon
The Gold Honeydew melon is a type of muskmelon known for its high water content and long shelf life. It is a non-netted variety with a more subtle sweetness and a hint of vanilla flavor.
Nutrition Information
Gold Honeydew Melon is a type of fruit that is rich in nutrients. A 100g serving of Gold Honeydew Melon contains approximately 34 calories, 8.6 grams of carbohydrates, 0.6 grams of protein, and 0.1 grams of fat.
It is a good source of vitamin C, containing about 36% of the recommended daily value per 100g serving. Gold Honeydew Melon also contains potassium, vitamin A, and other essential vitamins and minerals.
Here are some key nutrients in 100 grams of Gold Honeydew Melon:
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Energy: 34 kcal
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Carbohydrates: 8.6 grams
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Fiber: 0.8 grams
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Protein: 0.6 grams
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Fat: 0.1 grams
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Vitamin C: 26.7 milligrams
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Potassium: 170 milligrams
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Folate: 20 micrograms
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Vitamin A: 50 IU
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Vitamin B6: 0.06 milligrams
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Magnesium: 11 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for honeydew melons; distinguish cut-from-vine from full-slip or ethylene-ripened fruit. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
10°C for cut-from-vine fruit; 7°C for full-slip or ethylene-ripened fruit
Humidity
90-95% for cut-from-vine fruit; 95% for ripe fruit
Packaging
Breathable packaging or mesh bags to prevent moisture buildup
Shelf Life
Cut-from-vine: up to 3 weeks at 10°C; ripe: 7-10 days at 7°C
Storage Notes: Full-slip honeydews are highly perishable and should be displayed promptly on arrival, and they should not be gassed with ethylene. Produces significant ethylene: store apart from ethylene-sensitive produce. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 358-361.
Applies to: honeydew melons; distinguish cut-from-vine from full-slip or ethylene-ripened fruit.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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PLU Reference
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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