Wasabia japonica, a
perennial inhabiting clear waters in valleys in mountainous regions,
grows to 20-40cm tall. Radical leaves have long petioles, blades
measure 6-12cm in diameter, orbicular, with bases cordate, wavy
serrations on margins, surface glossy, and pass the winter. Short
racemes give 4-petaled white flowers with leaf-like bracts at the
small grounds of peduncles. The petals are in the shape of an
oblanceolate, about 1cm across, with bases like nails. Stamens are 6
in number and anthers yellow. Bloom time: March-May.
Wild plants in and around Shimane
島根とその周辺の野生植物
