Organic
Delicata/Sweet Potato
"Sweet, creamy, and nutritious"
The Delicata Sweet Potato is a sweet and creamy variety of sweet potatoes, known for its sweet and moist flesh and edible skin, offering a rich and nutty flavor when baked or roasted.
Also known as
Okinawan sweet potato, Camote
Botanical name
Cucurbita maxima
Product Details
PLU Code
94763
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Squash › All Sizes
Origin
Originating from the Americas, now cultivated worldwide
Temperature
10 to 13°C (50 to 55°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Status
Approved
About Delicata/Sweet Potato
Delicata sweet potatoes are rich in fiber, vitamins A and C, and minerals such as iron and potassium, making them a nutritious addition to a variety of meals.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for Delicata or Sweet Potato are as follows.
Per 100g serving, the nutrition facts are as follows:
Energy 86 kcal
Carbohydrate 20.1g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Sugars 4.7g
Protein 1.6g
Fat 0.2g
Sodium 4mg
Potassium 542mg
Vitamin A 140ug
Vitamin C 2.4mg
Calcium 38mg
Iron 0.7mg
Delicata/Sweet Potato is also rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for pumpkins and winter squashes, most cultivars (including tropical pumpkin/calabaza). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
10 to 13°C (50 to 55°F)
Humidity
50-70%
Packaging
Breathable materials, avoid airtight containers
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Storage Notes: Keep humidity moderate and the fruit surface dry with good air circulation, because higher humidity promotes decay while lower humidity causes weight loss and texture deterioration. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 514-517.
Applies to: pumpkins and winter squashes, most cultivars (including tropical pumpkin/calabaza).
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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