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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Orange Cauliflower |
| Scientific name | Brassica oleracea var. botrytis |
| Family / Genus | Brassicaceae / — |
| Produce category | Cruciferous |
| Produce subcategory | Cauliflower |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 4569 |
| PLU — organic | 94569 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_1249 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 12.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cheddar | 35% | The most widely recognized orange cauliflower. Produces medium-large, dense, bright orange heads with a mild, sweet flavor. High in beta-carotene. Matures in 70-80 days. Good for fresh market and proc |
| Flame Star | 20% | Known for its deep, vibrant orange color and uniform, dense heads. Exhibits good vigor and heat tolerance, making it suitable for warmer climates. Matures in 80-90 days. |
| Sunset | 12% | Produces attractive, firm, vibrant orange heads with good wrapper leaves for protection. Offers a sweet, nutty flavor. Matures in 75-85 days. |
| Valencia | 8% | Features deep orange, firm, and uniform heads with excellent wrapper leaves. Known for good field holding ability and robust growth. Matures in approximately 80 days. |
| Midas | 7% | A reliable variety producing bright orange, medium-sized heads with good density and uniformity. Offers a good balance of flavor and visual appeal. Matures in about 75 days. |
| Orange Bouquet | 5% | A specialty variety known for producing smaller, more compact orange heads, often marketed as ‘mini’ cauliflower or for container gardening. Good for fresh market and gourmet applications. Matures in |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: null°F.
- Freezing point: 30.5°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Production rate (20°C) | 0.3 µL/kg·h typical (0.1–0.5) |
| Sensitivity class | moderate |
| Sensitivity threshold | 0.1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Store away from ethylene-producing fruits and vegetables.
Mixed-load compatibility
Group 1 (low ethylene producers, high ethylene sensitivity)
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 trends, visual appeal, and perceived nutritional benefits.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.8 |
| Income elasticity | 0.7 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.5 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Orange | 3.5% |
| White | 85% |
| Purple | 7% |
| Green (Broccoflower) | 4.5% |
Pack sizes
- 12-16 count case
- 9-12 count case
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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