How long does Potato (raw) last at room temperature?

Potato (raw) lasts 1–2 months at room temperature.

How do you know if Potato (raw) has gone bad?

Potato (raw) has likely gone bad if you notice green patches, sprouting eyes, dark spots; musty or mouldy smell; soft, wrinkled, or leaking flesh. When in doubt, throw it out.

How Long Does Potato (Raw) Last?

Q: How long does Potato (raw) last in the fridge?

Potato (raw) lasts Not recommended in the refrigerator. Store potatoes in a cool, dark, ventilated spot — a paper or mesh bag is ideal. Keep them away from onions, which speed up sprouting.

Potato (Raw) keeps 1–2 months in the pantry, according to cited USDA/FDA storage references.

2 cited USDA/FDA/FSIS sources
Editorial review · Verified June 2026

Not recommended

Do not keep

1–2 months

Safe range

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Based on USDA/FSIS guidance:

Cut vegetables are perishable — refrigerate within 2 hours and use within a few days for best quality and safety.

Source

Cut away green areas and sprouts before cooking, as they contain bitter solanine. Discard potatoes that are mostly green, very soft, or leaking.

How to tell if it's gone bad

Look:Green patches, sprouting eyes, dark spots
Smell:Musty or mouldy smell
Texture:Soft, wrinkled, or leaking flesh

When in doubt, throw it out. If Potato (Raw) smells, looks, or feels off — discard it. Food poisoning is not worth the risk.

How to store Potato (Raw)

Keep Potato (Raw) protected from heat, moisture, and contamination in the pantry. Use the pantry duration shown above for this food state.

Storage tips

Store potatoes in a cool, dark, ventilated spot — a paper or mesh bag is ideal. Keep them away from onions, which speed up sprouting.

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