Organic
Celery
"Nature's crunchy snack"
A crunchy, refreshing, and nutritious cruciferous vegetable, celery is a popular addition to salads, soups, and snacks.
Also known as
Stalk celery, Wild celery
Botanical name
Apium graveolens
Product Details
PLU Code
94585
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Celery Root/Celeriac › All Sizes
Origin
Mediterranean region, Northeast Africa, and Southwest Asia
Temperature
0 to 2°C (32 to 36°F)
Shelf Life
6-8 months
Status
Approved
About Celery
Celery is 95% water, making it a low-calorie and hydrating choice. It's also a good source of vitamins A, K, and potassium.
Nutrition Information
Celery is low in calories and rich in nutrients. Here are the nutrition facts for 100 grams of celery:
Energy 16 kcal
Carbohydrates 3.4 grams
Fiber 1.6 grams
Sugar 1.1 grams
Protein 0.8 grams
Fat 0.2 grams
Water content 95.6 grams
Sodium 50 milligrams
Potassium 260 milligrams
Folate 10 micrograms
Vitamin A 190 micrograms
Vitamin C 22 milligrams
Vitamin K 33 micrograms
Phosphorus 22 milligrams
Manganese 0.2 milligrams
Riboflavin 0.02 milligrams
Thiamine 0.01 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh celeriac (celery root). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0 to 2°C (32 to 36°F)
Humidity
97-98%
Packaging
Breathable packaging, such as mesh bags or air-filled containers
Shelf Life
6-8 months
Storage Notes: Keep humidity high to prevent shriveling, do not let it freeze, and do not store it with high-ethylene produce, since ethylene can toughen the root. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 275-276.
Applies to: fresh celeriac (celery root).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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