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Mitsuba, scientifically known as Cryptotaenia japonica, is a perennial plant native to regions of China and Japan, including Korea, Taiwan, and the Kuril Islands. Mitsuba (Latin: Cryptotaenia japonica) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Mitsuba is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Mitsuba is a member native to CHN, CHC, CHS, JAP, KOR, and KUR. Mitsuba thrives in partial sun to full shade and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Mitsuba grows best in USDA zone 4-8, full sun, partial sun/shade, full shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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