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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Chayote |
| Scientific name | Sechium edule |
| Family / Genus | Cucurbitaceae / Sechium |
| Produce category | Vegetable |
| Produce subcategory | Cucurbit |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 4794 |
| PLU — organic | 94794 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_1518 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity (starter profile). External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 3.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Smooth Green | 80% | Standard market type; pale green skin; mild flavor. |
| Spiny | 15% | Spiny-skinned heritage type; stronger flavor. |
| White Chayote | 5% | Cream-skinned cultivar; rare in U.S. market. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries (starter profile).
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 45°F.
- Freezing point: 31°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 2 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Sensitivity class | low |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Also called mirliton, christophine, vegetable pear. Stores 3-6 weeks at 45-50°F.
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest (starter profile).
Market Intelligence
Pack sizes
- 35 lb carton
- 40 lb bushel
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence (starter profile).
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