Tag: Aquatic vegetable

Originally native to Eurasia, watercress is a rapidly growing perennial plant with a peppery flavor. While commonly known simply as "watercress," this semi-aquatic vegetable has several other names, including its official scientific designation, which helps distinguish it from other similarly named plants.

Despite its deceptive name, a water chestnut is not a fruit, but is actually an aquatic vegetable known as a corm, or a tuber. Originating from marshy, freshwater environments in Southeast Asia, these crunchy, white-fleshed bulbs are a staple in many cuisines, offering a unique texture and a slightly sweet flavor.

While water chestnuts are a delicious, crunchy treat, fresh raw ones carry a risk of a parasitic infection called fasciolopsiasis. So, **can I eat raw water chestnut**? The answer depends heavily on proper preparation and the source of the vegetable.