Apio
Apio is a vegetable commonly known as celery. It is a plant species in the family Apiaceae, and it is native to the coasts of western and northern Europe, most commonly in ditches and salt marshes.
Description[edit | edit source]
Apio is a biennial plant, typically growing to 1 m tall. The leaves are pinnate to bipinnate leaves with rhombic leaflets 3–6 cm long and 2–4 cm broad. The flowers are creamy-white, 2–3 mm in diameter, produced in dense compound umbels. The seeds are broad ovoid to globose, 1.5–2 mm long and wide.
Cultivation and uses[edit | edit source]
Apio is cultivated worldwide as a vegetable since antiquity. It is used in a variety of dishes as a flavoring or as a crunchy garnish. It is also used in traditional medicine, and its seeds are used as a spice.
Nutrition[edit | edit source]
Apio is rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It is low in calories, making it a popular choice for weight loss diets. It is also a good source of antioxidants, which can help to prevent a range of health problems.
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