Water Parsley  

-Inherent characters-
One of "the seven spring herbs" of Japan. The fresh shoots are edible. It is said to be named "Seri(competition)", because the young shoots look like competing each other.
-Scientific name-
Oenanthe stolonifera
-Common name-
Water Parsley
What kind of plant is it?
Japanese names   Seri
Family   Umbelliferae
Origin   Throughout Japan, East Asia, India, Australia
Horticultural classification   Perennial
Area(s) frequently seen in Japan   All
What color is it?
Flower  

Leaf  
When is it most attractive?
Flower or foliage season
Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.
         


       
What size is it?
Plant height   20-60cm
Flower diameter    
Inflorescence diameter    
Inflorescence length