Organic
Purple Passion Fruit
"A Tropical Exotic, Packed with Nutrition"
A vibrant, tropical fruit with an intricate exterior and exotic nuances, the Purple Passion Fruit boasts a juicy pulp filled with edible seeds and flavorful juice.
Also known as
Maracuya, Passion Fruit, Markisa
Botanical name
Passiflora edulis
Product Details
PLU Code
94397
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Passion Fruit › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in the tropical regions of South America and Australia.
Temperature
3 to 5°C (37 to 41°F)
Shelf Life
3-5 weeks
Status
Approved
About Purple Passion Fruit
It is rich in vitamins A and C, potassium, and fiber, making it an attractive offering for health-conscious consumers. The aromatic juice and pulp of the fruit are often consumed fresh or used in a variety of beverages, desserts, and sauces.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for Purple Passion Fruit are
Energy 451 kilojoules
protein 2.2 grams
fat 0.7 grams
saturated fat 0.2 grams
carbohydrate 29.6 grams
fibre 14 grams
sugar 10 grams
sodium 10 milligrams
potassium 180 milligrams
folate 126 micrograms
vitamin C 10 milligrams
vitamin A 64 micrograms
vitamin B6 0.1 milligrams
magnesium 29 milligrams
iron 1.6 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for purple passion fruit. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
3 to 5°C (37 to 41°F)
Packaging
Breathable bags or containers, cushioned to prevent bruising
Shelf Life
3-5 weeks
Storage Notes: Shrivel from moisture loss, pulp fermentation and fungal attack are the main postharvest problems. Produces significant ethylene: store apart from ethylene-sensitive produce. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 460-462.
Applies to: purple passion fruit.
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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