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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Sorrel |
| Scientific name | Rumex acetosa |
| Family / Genus | Polygonaceae / — |
| Produce category | Herb |
| Produce subcategory | Leafy Green |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| AGROVOC URI | c_6993 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 7.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Belleville | 35% | One of the most popular common sorrel varieties. Features large, broad, arrow-shaped leaves with a classic tangy, lemony flavor. Known for vigorous growth, good for multiple cuttings, and relatively s |
| Blonde de Lyon | 30% | Another widely grown common sorrel cultivar. Characterized by large, light green leaves and high productivity. Offers a strong, characteristic tangy flavor and is well-suited for repeated harvesting. |
| French Sorrel (Rumex scutatus) | 20% | Often marketed as a distinct sorrel variety, though botanically a different species. It has smaller, shield-shaped leaves and a milder, more refined lemony flavor compared to common sorrel. It is also |
| Red-Veined Sorrel (Bloody Dock, Rumex sanguineus) | 10% | Primarily valued for its ornamental appeal with striking red veins on green leaves, but also edible. Offers a milder, less acidic flavor, making it popular for garnishes or mixed green salads. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 32°F.
- Freezing point: 30.7°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | low |
| Production rate (20°C) | 0.5 ul/kg/hr typical (0.1–1) |
| Sensitivity class | high |
| Sensitivity threshold | 0.1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Keep away from ethylene-producing fruits and vegetables.
Mixed-load compatibility
Ethylene-sensitive, high moisture, odor-absorbing
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? Yes
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Stable to slowly increasing, driven by culinary interest in unique flavors and specialty ingredients.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.8 |
| Income elasticity | 0.7 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.5 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Garden Sorrel | 60% |
| French Sorrel | 30% |
| Red-Veined Sorrel | 10% |
Pack sizes
- 0.75 oz
- 4 oz
- 1 lb
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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