Organic
Yam Bean
"A hidden treasure for salads and slaws"
A sweet and crunchy root vegetable with edible tubers, rich in nutrients and used in various cuisines for its versatility.
Also known as
Jicama, Mexican turnip, Mexican potato
Botanical name
Pachyrhizus erosus
Product Details
PLU Code
94626
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Jicama/Yam Bean › All Sizes
Origin
Southeast Asia and Mexico
Temperature
12.5 to 15°C (54 to 59°F)
Shelf Life
2-4 months
Status
Approved
About Yam Bean
Jicama has a sweet and starchy flavor.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for Yam Bean, Pachyrhizus erosus, per 100g serving are approximately as follows.
Energy 58 kilocalories
Water content 86g
Protein 3g
Fat 0.1g
Carbohydrates 13g
Fiber 2g
Sugars 1g
Sodium 4 milligrams
Potassium 555 milligrams
Vitamin A 10 micrograms
Vitamin C 17 milligrams
Calcium 28 milligrams
Iron 1 milligram
Zinc 0.4 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for intact jicama roots. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
12.5 to 15°C (54 to 59°F)
Humidity
80-90%
Packaging
Ventilated bags or containers to maintain humidity and prevent moisture loss
Shelf Life
2-4 months
Storage Notes: Jicama is chilling sensitive, showing decay, internal discoloration and loss of crispness when stored too cold, and long storage brings sprouting and loss of juiciness. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 369-371.
Applies to: intact jicama roots.
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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