Celtuce (Stem Lettuce)
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Celtuce, also called "Chinese Stem Lettuce," "Celery Lettuce," or "Asparagus Lettuce" and in Chinese or Taiwanese as 莴笋 (wōsǔn) & 油麦菜 (yóumàicài) is truly a unique cross between celery and lettuce, both in taste and texture! The thick white stem can be peeled to expose a bright green core that is stringless and refreshingly crunchy like cucumbers or water chestnuts, and is delicious pickled, stir-fried, sliced, or in soup. The leafy tops have a taste similar to Bibb lettuce and is refreshing with a light sesame peanut dressing. Celtuce is high in vitamins A and C and potassium.
| Species | Celtuce, Summer 38 (Lactuca sativa var. asparagina or Lactuca sativa var. augustana) |
| Plant Size | 11-14 inches tall |
|
Days to Germinate |
7-10 |
|
Days to Harvest |
78 |
|
Germination Rate |
90% |
|
Test Date |
7/22 |
|
Lifespan |
Annual |
| Country of Origin |
United States |
| Sunlight |
Full Sun, Partial Shade |
|
Seeds Packed For |
2023 |
Planting Instructions:
Plant 1/8 inch in moist, well-draining soil after danger of frost has passed in Spring in at least 60F temperature soil or 8 weeks before first average frost for Fall planting. Seeds can be started indoors and seedlings transplanted in colder climates.
| Within-Row Spacing | 10-12 inches |
| Between-Row Spacing | 14-20inches |
Nutrition Facts:
| Celtuce, raw Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz) |
|
|---|---|
| Energy | 75 kJ (18 kcal) |
|
Carbohydrates
|
3.65 g
|
| Dietary fiber | 1.7 g |
|
Fat
|
0.3 g
|
|
Protein
|
0.85 g
|
| Vitamins | Quantity %DV† |
| Vitamin A equiv. |
22%
175 μg |
| Thiamine (B1) |
5%
0.055 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) |
6%
0.07 mg |
| Niacin (B3) |
4%
0.55 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) |
4%
0.183 mg |
| Vitamin B6 |
4%
0.05 mg |
| Folate (B9) |
12%
46 μg |
| Vitamin C |
23%
19.5 mg |
| Minerals | Quantity %DV† |
| Calcium |
4%
39 mg |
| Iron |
4%
0.55 mg |
| Magnesium |
8%
28 mg |
| Manganese |
33%
0.688 mg |
| Phosphorus |
6%
39 mg |
| Potassium |
7%
330 mg |
| Sodium |
1%
11 mg |
| Zinc |
3%
0.27 mg |
