Organic
Sage
"Aromatic and savory, a flavor enhancer"
Sage is a popular, perennial herb with a savory flavor, commonly used in cooking, and known for its medicinal and herbal properties.
Also known as
Garden sage, Mead wort, Salvia
Botanical name
Salvia officinalis
Product Details
PLU Code
94904
5-digit code
Category
Herbs
Sage › All Sizes
Origin
Native to the Mediterranean region, now widely cultivated in temperate climates globally.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Status
Approved
About Sage
This herb is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, and is often used to enhance the flavor of meats, soups, and vegetables.
Nutrition Information
Sage is low in calories and rich in nutrients, here are the nutrition facts per 100 grams of fresh sage.
Energy is approximately 80 kcal, Protein is 3.1 grams, Fat is 1.1 grams, and Carbohydrates are 6.9 grams.
Fiber is 8.0 grams, and the water content is around 70 grams. Sage is a good source of vitamins including Vitamin K 59 micrograms and Folate 108 micrograms.
It contains essential minerals such as Calcium 165 milligrams, Iron 5.2 milligrams, and Potassium 716 milligrams.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for rosemary, sage and thyme. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Bags or containers with good air circulation and low ethylene transmission rates
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Storage Notes: Even low ethylene levels cause leaf drop, epinasty and yellowing, so keep these herbs near freezing and away from ethylene sources. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 485-486.
Applies to: rosemary, sage and thyme.
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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