Botanical name: Apium graveolens
Available forms: Seeds and dried leaves
Celery seeds are small, tan-colored seeds with a strong, earthy flavor and a slight bitterness. They are commonly used as a spice in pickling and as a flavoring for soups, stews, and sauces. Celery leaves, on the other hand, have a milder, more herbaceous flavor and are often used as a garnish or chopped up and added to salads, soups, and other dishes. Both celery seeds and leaves are rich in vitamins and minerals, and have been used in traditional medicine to help reduce inflammation and improve digestive health.