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Fish mint
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English name |
Fish mint（JPG：223KB） |
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Scientific name |
Houttuynia cordata Thunb. |
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Best season |
June, July |
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Commentary |
A perennial herb that spreads by way of rhizomes and grows in clusters in semi-shaded areas. It gives off a peculiar smell when damaged. The leaves are soft and heart-shaped with a pointed tip. The top of the stem bears a spike with four white petal-like involucres. The flowers on the spike are small numerous. |
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