AromáticasIntermediate to Advanced
Aipo
Apium graveolens
Nome Científico
Apium graveolens
Família
Apiaceae
Origem
Mediterranean region
Tipo
Biennial (grown as annual)
120-180 days
Usos Culinários
Sabor: Crisp, slightly salty, aromatic
- Base for stocks and soups (mirepoix)
- Raw in salads and snacks
- Braised as side dish
- Juiced for health drinks
- Leaves as herb
Calendário de Plantação
Semear em Interior
FebruaryMarch
Semear ao Ar Livre
AprilMay
Colheita
AugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
Benefícios para a Saúde
- Very low calorie; negative calorie effect
- Natural anti-inflammatory
- May help lower blood pressure
- Contains antioxidants
- Traditional digestive aid