What is the name of curly parsley

Curly parsley is a leafy variety with a high decorative and nutritional value. Graceful corrugated leaves are slightly harsh compared to smooth-leaved leaves, they have a rich aroma and a pleasant sweetish taste.

Greens retain their freshness for a long time after cutting, have a rich chemical composition and useful properties. Regular use has a beneficial effect on health.

Botanical description of the plant and a little history

Curly, curly, garden parsley (Petroselinum crispum) - perennial plant from the genus Parsley (Petroselinum) of the family Umbrella (Apiaceae).

Plant reaches 50-80 cm in height, has a tap root, thickened root cylindrical with white-gray or creamy flesh.

Stems - branched, erect... Leaves are pinnate, tripartite, corrugated, glossy above, matte below. In the first year of vegetation, it forms a dense green mass. In the second year, it throws out a peduncle with small yellow-green flowers, collected in umbrellas. Seeds are brownish green. The flowering period is July - August.

The plant is found in the wild on the Mediterranean coast... The curly variety began to be cultivated at the beginning of the 9th century. Since then, wavy greens have not lost their popularity and have become widespread in many countries.

reference... For the first time, wild parsley was discovered by the ancient Greeks on the rocky shores of the Morea Peninsula (Peloponnese). Hence the name Petroselinum, literally “growing on stone”. The ancient Greeks and Romans initially cultivated parsley as an ornamental plant. Greenery was used to decorate houses, weaving wreaths, which crowned the winners of the Pythian and Istlian Games. Legend has it that Hercules himself decorated himself with sprigs of parsley.

Parsley has long been considered sacred and symbolized joy and glory.... In the Middle Ages, ladies decorated dresses with boutonnieres of dill and parsley sprigs.

Taste qualities

All parts of curly parsley have a pleasant taste and aroma thanks to essential oils... The fruits of the plant contain from 2 to 7% of essential oil, in greens - 0.016-0.3%, in the dry root - 0.08%. The main component of the essential oil from the roots and seeds is apiol, or parsley camphor.

Curly parsley has a more pronounced smell and taste compared to ordinary leaf... Greens are denser and can be stored longer in a cool environment. Some gardeners note the excessive rigidity of curly leaves, so they prefer the usual leafy variety.

Curly parsley varieties

There are comparatively fewer varieties of curly parsley than smooth-leaved ones. We will tell you more about the features of the most popular of them.

Kucheryavets

Mid-season variety, ripens 85-90 days after full germination... The rosette is dense, raised, of medium height. Green leaves, corrugated, decorative.

Greenery stays fresh for a long time after cutting... The aroma is strong, the taste is pleasant.

Culture suitable for indoor and outdoor cultivation, is cold-resistant, the seeds overwinter in the ground and sprout early in the spring.

Greens grow quickly after the cut. Productivity - 6-8 kg / m².

In the photo - the Kucheryavets variety.

Mooskrause 2

Mid-season variety, ripens 80-90 days after germination... The outlet is medium-sized, dense.

Leaves are soft, strongly corrugated, dark green in color. Decorativeness is high. The aroma is bright, the taste is pleasant, delicate... Greens remain fresh for a long time after cutting.

Parsley tolerates drought and low temperatures... Productivity - 7.9-8.4 g / m².

The photo shows the Mooskrause 2.

Aster

Early ripe variety, ripens in 55-60 days after germination. The socket is half-raised, medium-sized, dense.

Leaves are large, dark green in color, strongly corrugated... Greens grow back quickly after cutting. The aroma is bright, the taste is delicate, pleasant. The crop is suitable for growing in a greenhouse and vegetable garden. Productivity - 4-5 kg ​​/ m².

Esmeralda

Ultra-early variety, ripens 32-40 days after germination, suitable for indoor and outdoor cultivation. The socket is half-raised, medium-sized. The leaves are decorative, medium-sized, curly, green, thin petioles. The taste is pleasant, sweetish, the aroma is delicate. Productivity - 1-1.5 kg / m².

Slavic

Mid-season variety, ripens in 70-80 days, intended for cultivation in open and closed ground. The rosette is semi-vertical, powerful, strongly leafy.

The leaves are large, dark green in color, strongly corrugated, curly, with long petioles. The aroma is strong, the taste is delicate. Greens grow back quickly after cutting, can be stored in the refrigerator for a long time and do not wither. Productivity - 3.8-4.5 kg / m².

Vorozheya

Mid-season variety, ripens 75-80 days after germination... The rosette is semi-vertical, 25-30 cm high. Greens grow back quickly after cutting, keeping fresh for a long time in a cool place.

Leaves are tender, green in color, strongly wavy... The plant is suitable for winter sowing in October - November. Productivity - 2-3 kg / m².

Green pearl

Mid-season variety, ripens 60-65 days after full germination. The rosette is upright, 26-35 cm high. The leaves are decorative, large in size, highly wavy. The aroma is bright, the taste is pleasant and delicate. The culture is grown in open and closed ground. Productivity - 3-4 kg / m².

Chemical composition and useful properties

Curly parsley is characterized by a carbohydrate content of 62.7%, protein - 29.4%, fat - 7.3%, dietary fiber - 2.1 g. Calorie content per 100 g is 36 kcal.

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The chemical composition of fresh herbs is presented in the table:

Useful properties of curly parsley:

• improves the discharge of sputum from the lungs, reducing coughing attacks with bronchitis;
• increases the body's defenses during epidemics of acute respiratory viral infections and influenza;
• suppresses pathogenic microflora due to its antiseptic effect;
• relieves the condition in chronic respiratory diseases;
• lowers blood sugar;
• normalizes digestive function;
• reduces the acidity of the stomach;
• stimulates carbohydrate metabolism;
• eliminates allergic rhinitis;
• relieves inflammation in the oral cavity and eliminates unpleasant odor;
• prevents the development of diabetes;
• improves the condition of the skin with acne;
• normalizes sleep;
• has a mild sedative effect;
• strengthens the cardiovascular system;
• increases iron levels;
• has a diuretic effect, removes sand and stones from the kidneys;
• used in the treatment of pathologies of the reproductive system - enhances potency and libido, reduces pain during menstruation;
• normalizes metabolism;
• removes excess fluid.

Parsley should be part of the daily diet of men - only 50 g of greens per day prevents the development of prostate adenoma, increases reproductive function, restores hormonal levels, and reduces the level of female sex hormones. As men age, the risk of developing heart disease increases, and daily consumption of parsley helps to reduce it.

Reference. Parsley quickly and effectively eliminates the consequences of a stormy feast - it removes the decay products of ethyl alcohol.

Among women the plant relieves painful spasms of smooth muscles with menstruation, reduces the number of hot flashes during menopause, improves psycho-emotional state, reduces physical stress.

Parsley juice brightens freckles and age spots, improves skin tone, softens and refreshes complexion, strengthens hair.

Folic acid enhances fertility and ensures the correct development of the fetal neural tube during pregnancy.

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Harmful properties and contraindications

During pregnancy it is recommended to use herbs with caution parsley due to the acceleration of blood circulation in the pelvic organs, which can provoke rejection of the placenta and premature labor.

Eating large amounts of parsley sometimes causes headache attacks and allergic reactions.

Reference. Rospotrebnadzor in 2011 included curly parsley in the list of plants containing drugs and poisons. It turns out that the seeds contain substances that are suitable for the production of drugs. Criminal punishment under Art. 228 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation is provided for in the case of growing plants for the manufacture of intoxicating substances. Until now, there have been no precedents.

The main contraindications:

• cystitis, large stones and kidney inflammation;
• allergy to the product;
• chronic diseases of the digestive tract.

Side Effects of Excessive Use:

• nausea;
• vomiting;
• headache;
• muscle pain;
• rapid weight loss.

Conclusion

In markets and store counters, smooth-leaved parsley is more common than curly parsley. Some gardeners prefer the first variety because of the more delicate structure of the leaves, while others appreciate the curly plant for its strong aroma and pronounced sweetish taste. The culture is highly decorative, greens are used to decorate first and second courses, sandwiches and snacks.

Due to its rich chemical composition, parsley has a beneficial effect on the human body, reduces stomach acidity, normalizes digestion, relieves puffiness, freshens breath, improves complexion, and increases potency in men.