Organic
Midknight Orange
"Nature's candy in the palm of your hand."
A sweet and juicy variety of citrus fruit, the Midknight Orange is renowned for its vibrant orange hue and succulent segments.
Also known as
Midknight Navel, Citrus spp.
Botanical name
Citrus
Product Details
PLU Code
93155
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Oranges › Medium
Origin
Originally hailing from Brazil, Midknight Oranges are now grown in various parts of the world, including the United States, South Africa, and Australia.
Temperature
0 to 1°C (32 to 34°F) (Florida/Texas); 3 to 8°C (37 to 46°F) (California/Arizona)
Shelf Life
up to 12 weeks
Status
Approved
About Midknight Orange
Midknight Oranges are a type of navel orange that are known for their low acidity and sweet flavor, making them a favorite among fruit enthusiasts. They are also seedless and easy to peel.
Nutrition Information
Midknight Orange is a type of citrus fruit. The nutrition facts for Midknight Orange are not readily available, but based on similar orange varieties, the values can be estimated as follows:
Energy: 47 kcal per 100 grams
Carbohydrates: 11.7 grams per 100 grams
Dietary fiber: 2.3 grams per 100 grams
Sugar: 9.35 grams per 100 grams
Protein: 0.7 grams per 100 grams
Fat: 0.2 grams per 100 grams
Water content: 86.7 grams per 100 grams
Sodium: 0 milligrams per 100 grams
Potassium: 181 milligrams per 100 grams
Vitamin A: 0.02 milligrams per 100 grams
Vitamin C: 53.2 milligrams per 100 grams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for sweet oranges, general (storage temperature and RH depend on growing region; see variants). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0 to 1°C (32 to 34°F) (Florida/Texas); 3 to 8°C (37 to 46°F) (California/Arizona)
Humidity
85-90% (Florida/Texas); 90-95% (California/Arizona)
Packaging
Ventilated boxes or bags to prevent moisture buildup
Shelf Life
up to 12 weeks
Storage Notes: Postharvest decay is the main factor limiting orange shelf-life, so prompt cooling, gentle handling, sanitation and approved fungicides matter most. Highest freezing point: -1°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016). Growing region must be established before choosing between the listed temperature and humidity ranges.
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 441-446.
Applies to: sweet oranges, general (storage temperature and RH depend on growing region; see variants).
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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