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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Soursop |
| Scientific name | Annona muricata |
| Family / Genus | Annonaceae / — |
| Produce category | Tropical Fruit |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 4900 |
| PLU — organic | 94900 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_6993 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 20.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Generic Soursop / Common Soursop | 50% | Represents the most common, often unnamed, cultivars found in commercial markets. Large, spiny green fruit with white, fibrous, sweet-tart pulp. Highly aromatic and juicy. This is the baseline for sou |
| Cuban Fiberless | 15% | Highly prized for its significantly reduced fiber content in the pulp, making it smoother and more palatable for fresh consumption and processing. Offers a balanced sweet-tart flavor. |
| Guanabana Lisa | 10% | Characterized by its relatively smoother skin (less pronounced spines) and a good yield of creamy, sweet-tangy pulp. Often preferred for its ease of handling and processing. |
| Guanabana Dulce | 8% | A sweeter variety with higher Brix levels, appealing to consumers who prefer a less acidic profile. The pulp is typically very creamy and aromatic. |
| Guanabana Agria | 7% | Known for its more pronounced acidic and tart flavor profile. This variety is often favored for beverages, desserts, and culinary applications where a stronger tang is desired. |
| Miami | 5% | A cultivar often associated with cultivation in Florida, known for producing good-sized fruits with consistent quality and a balanced sweet-tart flavor. Adaptable to local growing conditions. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 54°F.
- Freezing point: 30.5°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | moderate |
| Production rate (20°C) | ? µL/kg·hr typical (?–?) |
| Sensitivity class | high |
| Sensitivity threshold | 0.1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | Yes |
Agent note: Soursop is a climacteric fruit that ripens rapidly post-harvest, especially when exposed to ethylene. Chilling injury is a major concern.
Mixed-load compatibility
Ethylene producer, chilling sensitive. Avoid storing with ethylene-sensitive commodities or those requiring lower temperatures.
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Increasing, driven by ethnic markets and health-conscious consumers
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -1.2 |
| Income elasticity | 0.8 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -1 |
Pack sizes
- 10 lb case
- 20 lb case
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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