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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Watercress |
| Scientific name | Nasturtium officinale |
| Family / Genus | Brassicaceae / Nasturtium |
| Produce category | Leafy Green |
| Produce subcategory | Peppery Aquatic Green |
| FSMA 204 covered? | Yes |
| PLU — conventional | 4815 |
| PLU — organic | 94815 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_15275 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 10.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Watercress | 46% | Peppery upright stems sold in bunches and bulk chef packs. |
| Living Watercress | 16% | Root-on pack that buys extra freshness and premium retail positioning. |
| Baby Watercress | 14% | Tender small leaves for upscale salad and garnish programs. |
| Hydroponic Watercress | 14% | Cleaner year-round supply with strong visual quality and steadier stems. |
| Organic Watercress | 10% | Premium wellness-positioned bunch or clamshell pack with strict cosmetic demands. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: null°F.
- Freezing point: 30.6°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 5 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Sensitivity class | high |
| Sensitivity threshold | 1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Mixed-load compatibility
leafy_greens_high_humidity
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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