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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Hearts of Palm |
| Scientific name | Bactris gasipaes |
| Family / Genus | Arecaceae / — |
| Produce category | Other |
| Produce subcategory | Palm Vegetable |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| AGROVOC URI | c_3534 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 7.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Spineless Peach Palm (Bactris gasipaes) | 40% | Represents a broad category of improved Bactris gasipaes selections specifically bred or chosen for the absence of spines on the trunk and fruit, significantly easing harvesting and processing. Thes |
| Spiny Peach Palm (Bactris gasipaes) | 20% | Encompasses traditional or wild-selected Bactris gasipaes types that retain spines on the trunk, making harvesting more challenging. While less preferred for large-scale commercial plantations, thes |
| Pampa | 10% | A well-regarded regional selection of Bactris gasipaes, often cited for its good heart quality, tender texture, and consistent yield. It is a multi-stemmed type, contributing to sustainable harvesti |
| Solimoes | 8% | Another important regional selection of Bactris gasipaes, recognized for its vigorous growth, adaptability to various conditions, and suitability for heart of palm production. Known for producing go |
| Putumayo | 5% | A selection of Bactris gasipaes often studied in agricultural research for its agronomic traits and potential for heart of palm production. It exhibits good growth and heart characteristics, contrib |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Freezing point: 31.1°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Production rate (20°C) | 0.1 µL/kg·hr typical (0.01–0.5) |
| Sensitivity class | low |
| Sensitivity threshold | 1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Ethylene exposure has minimal impact on quality or shelf life.
Mixed-load compatibility
Non-odor producing, low ethylene sensitivity, compatible with most produce requiring refrigeration.
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 interest and health trends
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.8 |
| Income elasticity | 1.2 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.5 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Bactris gasipaes (Peach Palm) | 70% |
| Euterpe oleracea (Açaí Palm) | 20% |
| Other Species/Wild Harvested | 10% |
Pack sizes
- 1-2 lb units (fresh)
- 10-15 lb cases (fresh)
- 14 oz cans (processed)
- 24 oz jars (processed)
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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