Organic
Blood Orange
"Nature's Ruby Gem, Bursting with Flavor and Nutrition"
A unique and vibrant variety of orange with deep red flesh, known for its distinctive flavor and nutritional properties.
Also known as
Blood oranges, Deep red oranges, Cara cara oranges, Red oranges
Botanical name
Citrus
Product Details
PLU Code
94381
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Oranges › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in Italy, specifically in Sicily, and now cultivated in many countries around the world with suitable climates, primarily the United States.
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 Blood Orange
The color is due to the presence of anthocyanin, a pigment not typically found in citrus fruits. It requires specific climate conditions and is primarily cultivated in Italy and the US.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for blood oranges are as follows
Energy 47 kcal
Carbohydrates 11g
Fiber 2g
Sugar 9g
Protein 0.7g
Fat 0.1g
Sodium 0mg
Potassium 177mg
Folate 10mcg
Vitamin A 0mcg
Vitamin C 36mg
Water 87g
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 bags or cartons with liners to maintain humidity and prevent moisture loss
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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