Celery mosaic virus that the crops are harvested quickly after infection. Celery is the most common host of this virus. As the name implies, this virus causes a mosaic or mottling in the leaves of celery. There can also be malformation of leaflets. In older leaves, chorotic/necrotic spots may occur and the plants can be stunted. (see symptoms description) Viral Inclusions of Celery mosaic virus. In addition to celery, this virus has been identified in other important crops in the " Apiaceae " including carrots ("Daucus carota"), coriander ("Coriandrum sativum"), parsley ("Petroselinum crispum"), parsnip ("Pastinaca sativa"), and dill ("Anethum graveolens"). It has also
Celery baked, fried or roasted fish, meats and as part of a blend of fresh seasonings suitable for use in soups and stews. In temperate countries, celery is also grown for its seeds. Actually very small fruit, these "seeds" yield a valuable essential oil that is used in the perfume industry. The oil contains the chemical compound apiole. Celery seeds can be used as flavoring or spice, either as whole seeds or ground. The seeds can be ground and mixed with salt, to produce celery salt. Celery salt can be made from an extract of the roots or using dried leaves.