Celery (Apium graveolens), a biennial herb up to 100 cm, produces aromatic, brown fruits used as a sedative, urinary antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory for arthritis. Traditionally a diuretic and carminative, its essential oils offer antispasmodic effects, with butylphthalide and coumarins aiding sedation.
Compounds Table
| Compound | Approximate Percentage | Brief Description |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Oil | 1-2% | Antispasmodic, sedative, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial |
| Butylphthalide | 0.1-0.5% | Sedative, antispasmodic |
| Methylphthalide | 0.1-0.3% | Sedative, anti-inflammatory |
| Coumarins | 0.1-0.3% | Calming effects, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant |
| Flavonoids | 0.3-1% | Antioxidant, boosts immune system, anti-inflammatory |
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Celery is the dried fruit of a plant belonging to the Apiaceae (Umbelliferae) family. The plant Apium graveolens is a biennial or perennial herb that can grow up to 100 cm in height, characterized by a strong aroma, fleshy, and solid stem.
Medicinal Part:
The ripe fruits of this plant are used for medicinal purposes. These fruits are oval-shaped, brown, wingless, with prominent white ridges and two horn-like appendages. Celery fruits have a distinct aromatic odor and a slightly bitter taste.
Uses:
Celery is used as a sedative, urinary antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory agent in rheumatoid arthritis. In traditional medicine, it has also been utilized as a diuretic and carminative (anti-flatulent).
Pharmacological Effects:
Due to its high essential oil content, celery fruit exhibits antispasmodic properties. The presence of butylphthalide and methylphthalides contributes to its sedative effects. Additionally, certain coumarins found in the plant possess calming properties.
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