Celery

Celery (Apium graveolens) is a marshland plant in the family Apiaceae that has been cultivated as a vegetable since antiquity. Celery plants have long, fibrous stalks topped with leaves. Depending on variety, celery may be grown for its stalks, leaves, or hypocotyl, with the stalks being the most commonly consumed part in many modern cultures. Celery is used in many popular dishes, such as salads, soups, and stews, and is also consumed for its nutritional benefits, including being a good source of vitamin K, vitamin A, and antioxidants. In Hebrew, celery is known as סלרי (seleri). In French, it is called céléri, while in Spanish, it is referred to as apio. The plant is also known as Stängelsellerie in German and sedano in Italian. Celery has a distinctive, crisp texture and a slightly bitter taste, which can be mitigated by cooking or blending it with other ingredients.