Name in Spanish:
Apio Polvo

Name in Latin:
Apium graveolens

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ASPECT AND DESCRIPCION
It is a biannual plant of fleshy leaves with small white grey flowers which reaches almost 1 m high, original from Southern Europe.

HISTORY
Up to XVII Century this sylvester herb gave all the celery flavour, although it was bitter for our modern palate, was very appreciated by the Romans. Initially the italian gardener of the Po plain developed the celery we consume at present. Nicolas Culpeper in 1653 indicated that this plant was consumed in spring to sweeten and purify the blood.

CULINARY USE
Seeds: Are used as condiment especially in soups. Leaves: In the west medicine it is categorized as sweet bitter flavour, what produces a moisture-refreshing sensation and is adequate to balance hot and spiced foods. They are used in soups, sauces, stocks, salads, etc.

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