Organic
Jumbo Squash
"Sweet and nutritious, perfect for autumn dishes"
A large, warm-season variety of summer squash known for its size and sweet flavor.
Also known as
Jumbo Acorn Squash, Large Summer Squash, Jumbo Winter Squash
Botanical name
Cucurbita pepo
Product Details
PLU Code
93130
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Pumpkin › All Sizes
Origin
Native to the Americas, now widely cultivated globally.
Temperature
10 to 13°C (50 to 55°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Status
Approved
About Jumbo Squash
Jumbo squash is a type of variety with hard, smooth, slightly ribbed rind in shades of autumn colors and tender, sweet flesh.
Nutrition Information
For 100 grams of Jumbo Squash, the nutrition facts are as follows:
energy 25 kcal,
water 94.8 grams,
protein 0.7 grams,
fat 0.2 grams,
carbohydrates 4.3 grams,
fibre 1.3 grams,
sugars 1.1 grams,
sodium 1 milligram,
potassium 350 milligrams,
vitamin A 0.5 milligrams,
vitamin C 5 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for pumpkins and winter squashes, most cultivars (including tropical pumpkin/calabaza). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
10 to 13°C (50 to 55°F)
Humidity
50-70%
Packaging
Ventilated crates or bags to maintain airflow and prevent moisture buildup
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Storage Notes: Keep humidity moderate and the fruit surface dry with good air circulation, because higher humidity promotes decay while lower humidity causes weight loss and texture deterioration. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 514-517.
Applies to: pumpkins and winter squashes, most cultivars (including tropical pumpkin/calabaza).
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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