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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Savory |
| Scientific name | Satureja hortensis |
| Family / Genus | Lamiaceae / — |
| Produce category | Herb |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| AGROVOC URI | c_6886 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 3.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Common Summer Savory | 85% | The most widely cultivated type, known for its classic peppery, slightly minty, and thyme-like flavor. Upright, bushy annual growth habit, reaching 12-18 inches tall. Excellent for culinary use, espec |
| ’Aromata’ | 8% | A specific cultivar selected for its strong, highly aromatic flavor and vigorous growth. Often produces a higher yield of leaves compared to generic types. Good disease resistance. |
| ‘Compact’ Summer Savory | 5% | A shorter, bushier variety, typically growing 6-10 inches tall, making it ideal for container gardening or smaller spaces. Maintains the characteristic savory flavor, though sometimes slightly milder. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Freezing point: 30.5°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Production rate (20°C) | 0.05 µL/kg·h typical (0.01–0.1) |
| Sensitivity class | moderate |
| Sensitivity threshold | 0.1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Avoid storage with ethylene-producing fruits and vegetables to prevent yellowing and quality loss.
Mixed-load compatibility
Strong odor emitter, may taint other produce. Store separately from odor-absorbing commodities.
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Niche, stable
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.6 |
| Income elasticity | 0.3 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.8 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Summer Savory (Satureja hortensis) | 100% |
Pack sizes
- 0.5 oz
- 0.75 oz
- 1 oz
- 1 lb
- 5 lb
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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