Watercress

Watercress, cultivated throughout Europe for use in salads and as a garnish, must be harvested before the flowers bloom and the flavor of the leaves changes. The herb prefers moist environments, thriving near springs and wet soils in temperate climates.

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Watercress," Microsoft® Encarta® 96 Encyclopedia. © 1993-1995 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.


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