Apium Graveolens Apr 2026

A. graveolens var. rapaceum : Celeriac (turnip-rooted celery) A. graveolens var. secalinum : Leaf celery

: The plant can grow up to 1 meter in height with moist, ribbed, branched stems and triangular or spear-shaped leaves. It produces small greenish-white flowers and brown, aromatic schizocarp fruits. Nutritional Profile (per 100g) apium graveolens

: Contains roughly 1.6g of dietary fiber per 100g of raw leaf stalk. Pharmacological and Medicinal Properties graveolens var

Research indicates that Apium graveolens contains bioactive compounds such as (apigenin, luteolin), phenolic acids , and phthalides (3-n-butylphthalide). Nutritional Profile (per 100g) : Contains roughly 1

Celery is a low-calorie food composed of approximately . Key nutrients include:

: Significant levels of Vitamin K, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C. Minerals : Potassium, folate, calcium, and iron.

Apium graveolens , commonly known as celery, is a biennial plant belonging to the (or Umbelliferae) family. Originally native to the Mediterranean and temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North Africa, it has become a globally significant salad crop valued for its edible stems, foliage, and seeds. Taxonomy and Morphology Kingdom : Plantae Order : Apiales Common Varieties : A. graveolens var. dulce : Common blanched celery