Celeriac

Sobre a planta

Celeriac (Apium graveolens var. rapaceum), also known as celery root, is a vegetable cultivated mainly for its rounded and edible root. It has a characteristic flavor similar to celery and is widely used in soups, purees, and various culinary dishes.

Difficulty

Medium

Sun Exposure

Yes

Water

Regularly

Plant Size

40 CM

Nutrition

Celeriac is rich in fiber, vitamin K, vitamin C, and antioxidants. It also contains potassium, phosphorus, and small amounts of B-complex vitamins.

Humidity

It requires constant soil moisture to ensure good root development.

Cleaning

Cleaning consists of the removal of weeds and damaged leaves around the plant.

Temperature

-100 -50 0 50 100

Inaceitavel

Acceptable

Ideal

Sowing

Planting is done by seeds in a nursery or directly in the soil, being subsequently transplanted. It prefers fertile, deep soils rich in organic matter.

Weaknesses

Relatively slow growth Sensitive to excessive heat Excess humidity can cause diseases Requires well-prepared soil

Leaves/Fruits

The leaves are green, similar to those of celery. The consumed part is the rounded root that grows partially above the ground.