Celery Seed | Apium graveolens

Celery, scientifically known as Apium graveolens, originated in the Mediterranean region.  It was cultivated as a medicinal plant thousands of years ago. Later on it was cultivated for its leaves which are used to add flavor to foods. In 1887, celery was introduced to North America from France. Celery seed is a derivative of the domesticated wild plant termed as “smallage”. It was utilized by ancient Greeks as well as Romans for therapeutic reasons. It absolutely was additionally considered to bring bad luck and it was related to funerals.

The seed has been a therapeutic cure for thousands of years, mainly utilized to deal with arthritis, colds and flu, edema as well as digestive problems. In Ayurvedic medication based in India, celery seed was also utilized to deal with spleen and liver diseases. It’s historical medicinal uses typically centered around its diuretic properties. The remedy also had historical uses as an antispasmodic, laxative, sedative, aphrodisiac and tonic.

Treats:

• Treat Indigestion
• Repels Mosquitos
• Normalizes Blood Pressure
• Menstrual problems
• Weight Loss Support
• Anxiety
• Inflammation
• Joint Problems
• Kidney Stones
• Diabetes
• Reduces Uric Acid
• Counteract Infections
• Gout

Common names: 

Celeriac, Garden Celery, Marsh parsley, Smallage, Wild celery