Apium graveolens is a member of the Umbellifer family. No one knows where celery originated, despite claims from Sweden, New Zealand and Algeria. The celery 'Tall Utah 52/70' stalks and young leaves can be consumed. BENEFITS: Celery seed is used as a seasoning and medicine. It is said that the seed aids in digestion, hunger, healing the common cold and flu, liver and spleen health, arthritis treatments and many other medical therapies. USES: Sweet, crisp and delectable, tall, medium-green celery with long, thick stalks. Fresh celery is excellent as celery sticks and in salads. It is also great in a variety of juices and dishes.   **Our Non-GMO, Heirloom Utah 52-70 Celery Seeds can be grown in pots, or in soil and has been known to reach up to  3'  tall! Approx 2,000 Seeds.