Apium prostratum
COMMON NAME
Sea Parsley, Sea Celery
TRADITIONAL USE
Captain Cook made use of this plant to prevent scurvy when “The Endeavour” visited the east coast of Australia in 1770 and it was subsequently used by early settlers as a source of greens.
PART USED
Leaves
SEASONALITY
All year round.
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Sea Parsley has an aroma and a unique flavour that compares to a variety of celery, Italian parsley, and seaweed
USES
This herb is useful in soups, dressings, flavoured butter, with seafood and in white sauces. It is perfect for meat marinades, sauces, salads or other savoury dishes.