Oenanthe

RHS Plant Profile
water dropwort

Botanical Details

Family
Apiaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Genus
Oenanthe are perennials with a preference for damp ground, marshes or water. Hollow stems are shiny and can grow up to 2m tall. Leaves are triangular, shiny and bright green and flowers are arranged in small white clusters. Brown, rugby-shaped seeds follow the flowers.
Name Status
Correct