Oenanthe javanica (Water Celery)

Oenanthe javanica (Water Celery) green and pink leaves plant close up for garden interest
Oenanthe javanica (Water Celery) leaves with distinct pink and green tones on the foliage edges

Botanical name: Oenanthe javanica

Common names: Water Celery, Water Parsley, Water Dropwort

Family: Apiaceae / Umbelliferae

Origin: Eastern Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Semi-shadeSun exposure: Semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyKeep soil moistKeep soil wet: Bog or aquatic plantWatering: Regular; keep soil moist; bog or aquatic
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage
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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.


Oenanthe javanica (Water Celery) green and pink plant leaves in a close up shot.
Oenanthe javanica (Water Celery) leaves with distinct green and soft pink color segments throughout foliage.
Oenanthe javanica (Water Celery) green pink leaves, dense growth, top down plant close up.
Oenanthe javanica (Water Celery) dense cluster of green leaves with pink edges reaching upward.
Oenanthe javanica (Water Celery) green and pink variegated leaves plant for dense ground cover
Oenanthe javanica (Water Celery) with variegated green and pink leaves spread across a dense foliage mass.


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