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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Baby Bok Choy |
| Scientific name | Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis |
| Family / Genus | Brassicaceae / — |
| Produce category | Leafy Green |
| Produce subcategory | Asian Green |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 4598 |
| PLU — organic | 94598 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_1002 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 20.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mei Qing Choi | 25% | A leading baby bok choy variety known for its compact size, uniform growth, and attractive light green leaves with crisp white petioles. It is fast-growing, highly bolt-resistant, and has a mild, tend |
| Joi Choi | 20% | A very popular and adaptable hybrid, suitable for various growing conditions. It produces uniform, upright plants with broad, dark green leaves and thick, crunchy white petioles. Known for good bolt r |
| Toy Choy | 15% | Specifically bred for baby bok choy, this variety is compact and exceptionally fast-growing. It yields small, uniform heads with dark green leaves and white stems. Offers good heat and bolt tolerance, |
| Black Summer | 10% | Distinguished by its dark green, slightly crinkled leaves and contrasting white stems. This variety offers good heat tolerance and strong bolt resistance, making it suitable for warmer climates and ex |
| Red Choi | 5% | A visually striking variety with deep reddish-purple leaves and light green stems. It adds color to dishes and is often grown for its ornamental appeal in addition to its flavor. It has good cold tole |
| Green Stem (various hybrids) | 5% | This category encompasses several hybrid varieties characterized by their green petioles, as opposed to the more common white. They are often selected for specific culinary preferences, offering a sli |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: null°F.
- Freezing point: 31.1°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Production rate (20°C) | 0.05 µL/kg·hr typical (0–0.1) |
| Sensitivity class | low |
| Sensitivity threshold | 0.1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Avoid storage with ethylene-producing fruits and vegetables.
Mixed-load compatibility
Ethylene-sensitive, non-odor producing/absorbing
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? Yes
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Increasing, driven by culinary diversity and health consciousness
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.8 |
| Income elasticity | 0.5 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -1.2 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Standard Baby Bok Choy | 100% |
Pack sizes
- 10 lb carton
- 20 lb carton
- 8 oz clamshell
- 1 lb bag
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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