What is the name of curly parsley?

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

Greens remain fresh for a long time after cutting, have a rich chemical composition and beneficial properties. Regular consumption has a beneficial effect on health.

Botanical description of the plant and a little history

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

Plant reaches 50-80 cm in height, has a taproot, thickened root cylindrical in shape with white-gray or cream pulp.

Stems - branched, erect. The leaves are pinnate, trifoliate, corrugated, shiny on top, matte below. In the first year of vegetation it forms a dense green mass. In the second year, it produces a peduncle with small yellow-green flowers collected in umbrellas. The seeds are brown-green in color. Flowering period - July - August.

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

Reference. Wild parsley was first discovered by the ancient Greeks on the rocky shores of the Morea Peninsula (Peloponnese). Hence the name Petroselinum, literally translated as “growing on a stone.”The ancient Greeks and Romans initially grew parsley as an ornamental plant. Greenery was used to decorate houses and weave wreaths that were used to crown the winners of the Pythian and Eastlean 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 their dresses with boutonnieres made from sprigs of dill and parsley.

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% essential oil, the greens contain 0.016-0.3%, and the dry root contains 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 parsley. Greens have a denser structure and last longer in a cool environment. Some gardeners note the excessive rigidity of curly leaves, so they prefer the regular leaf variety.

Varieties of curly parsley

There are comparatively fewer varieties of curly parsley than smooth-leaved parsley. We will tell you in more detail 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. Leaves are green, corrugated, decorative.

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

Culture suitable for growing in open and closed ground, is characterized by cold resistance, the seeds overwinter in the ground and sprout early in the spring.

Greenery grows quickly after the cut. Productivity - 6-8 kg/m².

The photo shows the Kucheryavets variety.

Mooskrause 2

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

The leaves are delicate, highly corrugated, dark green in color. Decorativeness - high. The aroma is bright, the taste is pleasant, delicate. Greens remain fresh for a long time after being cut.

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

The photo shows the variety Mooskrause 2.

Aster

Early ripening variety, ripens in 55-60 days after germination. The rosette is semi-raised, medium-height, dense.

The leaves are large in size, dark green in color, highly corrugated. Greenery grows back quickly after cutting. The aroma is bright, the taste is delicate and pleasant. The crop is suitable for growing in a greenhouse and garden. Productivity - 4-5 kg/m².

Esmeralda

An ultra-early variety, ripens 32-40 days after germination, suitable for cultivation in closed and open ground. The rosette is semi-raised, medium-height. The leaves are decorative, medium-sized, curly, green, with thin petioles. The taste is pleasant, sweetish, delicate aroma. 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, heavily leafy.

The leaves are large, dark green in color, highly corrugated, curly, with long petioles. The aroma is strong, the taste is delicate. Greens grow back quickly after cutting, are stored in the refrigerator for a long time and do not fade. 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. The greenery grows quickly after cutting and retains freshness for a long time in a cool place.

The leaves are tender, green in color, highly 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 erect, height 26-35 cm. The leaves are decorative, large in size, highly wavy. The aroma is bright, the taste is pleasant and delicate. The crop is grown in open and closed ground. Productivity - 3-4 kg/m².

Chemical composition and beneficial properties

Curly parsley is characterized by the content of carbohydrates - 62.7%, proteins - 29.4%, fats - 7.3%, dietary fiber - 2.1 g. Calorie content per 100 g is 36 kcal.

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

Beneficial properties of curly parsley:

• improves the removal of sputum from the lungs, reducing coughing attacks during bronchitis;
• increases the body's defenses during epidemics of ARVI and influenza;
• suppresses pathogenic microflora due to its antiseptic effect;
• alleviates the condition of chronic respiratory diseases;
• reduces blood sugar levels;
• normalizes digestive function;
• reduces stomach acidity;
• stimulates carbohydrate metabolism;
• eliminates allergic rhinitis;
• relieves inflammation in the oral cavity and eliminates unpleasant odor;
• prevents the development of diabetes;
• improves skin condition 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 - increases potency and libido, reduces pain during menstruation;
• normalizes metabolism;
• removes excess liquid.

Parsley should be included in the daily diet of men — just 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 pathologies increases, and daily consumption of parsley helps reduce it.

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

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

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

Folic acid increases reproductive function and ensures proper development of the fetal neural tube during pregnancy.

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Harmful properties and contraindications

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

Eating parsley in large quantities sometimes causes headache attacks and allergic reactions.

Reference. In 2011, Rospotrebnadzor included curly parsley in the list of plants containing narcotic substances 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 a plant for the production of intoxicating substances. There have been no precedents so far.

Main contraindications:

• cystitis, large stones and inflammatory process in the kidneys;
• allergy to the product;
• chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.

Side effects from excessive use:

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

Conclusion

In markets and store shelves, smooth-leaved parsley is more common than curly-leaved parsley. Some gardeners prefer the first variety due to the more delicate structure of the leaves, while others value 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.

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