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Asparagus lettuce is medium to large in size, averaging 3-4 centimeters in diameter and 15-20 centimeters in length, and consists of dark green leaves resembling romaine lettuce atop a long, thick stem::The leaves are soft, pliable, and slightly wrinkled near the prominent midrib::The leaves at the top of Asparagus lettuce are tender with a mild flavor, while the leaves that grow along the stem can be tough and bitter and are often removed at harvest::The thick, pale green stems have a fibrous, outer layer and inside, the flesh is aqueous, delicate, and translucent green-white::Asparagus lettuce is crunchy, succulent, and juicy when fresh and has a flavor similar to celery, but with a stronger earthy tone