Watercress
Watercress or yellowcress is an aquatic plant species with the botanical name Nasturtium officinale.
Watercress is a rapidly growing, aquatic or semi-aquatic, perennial plant native to Europe and Asia, and one of the oldest known leaf vegetables consumed by humans. It is a member of the family Brassicaceae; watercress and its relatives garden cress, mustard, radish, and wasabi are all noteworthy for their piquant flavors.
The hollow stems of watercress will float; the leaf structure is pinnately compound. Small, white and green flowers are produced in clusters and are frequently visited by insects, especially hoverflies such as Eristalis flies.
Watercress (noun)
A perennial European herb, Nasturtium officinale, that grows in freshwater streams; used in salads and as a garnish.
Watercress (noun)
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Cress (noun)
A plant of various species, chiefly cruciferous. The leaves have a moderately pungent taste, and are used as a salad and antiscorbutic.