Organic
Loquat
"A sweet Asian superfruit under the radar."
A sweet and juicy Asian native fruit, often eaten fresh, used in jams, and made into a sweet, syrupy drink.
Also known as
Japanese plum, Chinese plum, May apple, Eriobotrya
Botanical name
Rhaphiolepis bibas
Product Details
PLU Code
94308
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Loquats › All Sizes
Origin
Asia, specifically China, Japan and Taiwan
Temperature
0 to 5°C (32 to 41°F)
Shelf Life
3-4 weeks
Status
Approved
About Loquat
Its flavor is a combination of a sweet pear and a slight hint of apricot. Depending on the ripeness, loquat fruits can be eaten as a fresh dessert, or as a great addition to salads.
Nutrition Information
One hundred grams of loquat contains approximately,
Energy: 47 kcal,
Carbohydrates: 12.2 grams,
Fiber: 1.7 grams,
Sugar: 9.6 grams,
Protein: 0.5 grams,
Water: 86.9 grams,
Vitamin A: 4 mcg,
Vitamin C: 3.5 mg,
Potassium: 266 mg,
Sodium: 0.5 mg,
Calcium: 16 mg,
Magnesium: 10 mg.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for loquat fruit. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0 to 5°C (32 to 41°F)
Humidity
90%
Packaging
Breathable packaging materials (e.g. paper, mesh bags) with good ventilation
Shelf Life
3-4 weeks
Storage Notes: Loquats bruise and scratch easily and the damaged areas turn brown or black, so handle gently and keep them cold. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 401-402.
Applies to: loquat 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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