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Japanese honewort

Scientific Name: Cryptotaenia japonica

Family: Apiaceae

Category: Dicot

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Japanese Honewort: A Delicate Herb

Japanese Honewort, scientifically known as Cryptotaenia japonica, is a versatile plant also recognized by several other common names.

  • Scientific Name: Cryptotaenia japonica
  • Common Names: Honewort, Japanese Honewort, Japanese Parsley, Mitsuba, Japanese Wild Parsley, Trefoil

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Family: Apiaceae (also known as Umbelliferae)
  • Synonyms: C. canadense japonica, C canadensis var japonica, Deringa dissecta, D. japonica

Distribution and Habitat

This plant occurs in northern temperate regions and montane tropical Africa.

Morphology and Growth Habits

Cryptotaenia japonica is described as belonging to a genus of annuals and perennials.

Traditional Uses

Mitsuba is a key ingredient in Japanese cuisine and is used as a potherb.