Oenanthe javanica (Water Celery)

Oenanthe javanica (Water Celery) green and pink leaves plant close up for garden interest

Botanical name: Oenanthe javanica

Common names: Water Celery, Water Parsley, Water Dropwort

Family: Apiaceae / Umbelliferae

Origin: Eastern Asia

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeRegular waterKeep soil moistBog or aquatic plantOrnamental foliageEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.

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 Flamingo
Oenanthe javanica (Water Celery) green pink leaves, dense growth, top down plant close up.
Oenanthe javanica Flamingo
Oenanthe javanica (Water Celery) green and pink variegated leaves plant for dense ground cover
Oenanthe javanica Flamingo


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