Oenanthe javanica (Water Celery)

Botanical name: Oenanthe javanica

Common names: Water Celery, Water Parsley, Water Dropwort

Family: Apiaceae / Umbelliferae

Origin: Eastern Asia

The flavor is reminiscent of carrots or parsley. A major vegetable in many parts of the Orient, the leaves are a rich source of vitamins and minerals.

Oenanthe javanica Flamingo - a variegated form with leaves splashed and zoned pale pink, cream and white, it has been especially recommended as a good ground cover plant for wet situations.

Although no specific mention of toxicity has been seen for this species, it belongs to a genus that contains a number of very poisonous plants and so some caution is advised.