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Celery (Apium graveolens) is believed to be the same plant as selinon, mentioned in Homer's Odyssey about 850 B.C. Our word "celery" comes from the French celeri, which is derived from the ancient Greek word.
Storage can be done in several ways. Late celery may be stored in the garden for 1 to 2 months by building up soil at the base of the plant. Gradually build up the bank of soil to the top of the plant. This should be done before winter sets in.
Offers general descriptions, geographical sources, traditional ethnic uses, taste and aroma, history and region of origin, and creative uses of over forty spices and herbs..
Description - Wild celery has ribbon-like leves that can grow to six feet in length. The leaves grow to the pond surface then bend and float on the surface. Each leaf is serrated with a stripe down the middle. Flowers are on long stalks that float.
The aim of this project was to identify a celery variety, for use in local production of steam-distilled herb oil, for the flavour and fragrance market. Initially the product is aimed at the domestic market but later also for export. In addition, the same or a further variety could provide seed oil
Entomology Home AICN Home Introduction Background Conventions Anomalies Acknowledgments Contributors Images 1. Common Names 2. Scientific Names 3. Systematic List 4. Authors 1. Common Names A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z celery fly Melanagromyza apii Héring Common Name celery