The scientific (binomial) name for celery is Apium graveolens.
The word celery has French origin. In North America it is commonly referred as pascal celery whereas it is called Ajmud in South Asia. This vegetable is commonly used around the world but it can be allergenic as well since some people can have extremely allergic to it.
Celery seeds can be used as flavouring or spice, either as whole seeds or ground and mixed with salt, as celery salt
Medical Benefits
The green leaves, stem and the bulbous root of celery are all extremely rich & makes celery a very important medicinal plant.It is a weight loss diet as it is a rich source of low calorie dietary fiber. It is also a good source of calcium. It is said that 100 gms of celery contains only 14 calories. Celery is also used in aromatherapy.. Celery leaves has high content of vitamin A, whilst the stems are an excellent source of vitamins B1, B2, B6 and C with rich supplies of potassium, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, sodium and plenty essential amino acids.
