Organic
Ambrosia Apple
"A sweet and crunchy delight."
Ambrosia apples are sweet and crunchy with hints of honey, making them a popular variety among consumers. They have a tender skin that's easy to bite into.
Also known as
Autumn Apple, Ambrosia Variety
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
93510
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Small
Origin
British Columbia, Canada
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Ambrosia Apple
Ambrosia apples were discovered in the 1990s in British Columbia, Canada, by Wilfrid and Sally Mennell. Today, they are grown in many countries, including the United States, Canada, and the UK.
Nutrition Information
Ambrosia apple nutrition facts per 100 grams of fruit are as follows
Ambrosia apples contain 52 calories
Carbohydrates amount to 13.6 grams
Fiber amounts to 2.1 grams
Protein amounts to 0.2 grams
Fat 0.2 grams
They have significant amounts of potassium and vitamin C
They contain almost no sodium they are low in calories sugars and fats and do not contain cholesterol
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Ventilated cartons or bags to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Storage Notes: Cool apples rapidly after harvest; the effects of slow cooling become more apparent the longer the fruit are stored. Produces significant ethylene: store apart from ethylene-sensitive produce. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 176-194.
Applies to: apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety).
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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