Watercress

Watercresses (Nasturtium officinale, N. microphyllum; formerly Rorippa nasturtium-aquaticum, R. microphylla) are fast-growing, aquatic or semi-aquatic, perennial plants native from Europe to central Asia, and one of the oldest known leaf vegetables consumed by human beings. These plants are members of the Family Brassicaceae or cabbage family, botanically related to garden cress, mustard and radish — all noteworthy for a peppery, tangy flavour. T... More

Scientific name:

  • Nasturtium officinale

Active ingredient of formulation:

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Energy per 100g:

  • 46 kJ (2.9E+17 MeV )

Also known as:

  • Watercress, raw

Food & Drink

Compatible with dietary restrictions:

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Nutrients per 100g:

Nutrient Quantity per 100g
  • 2.3 g (0.081 oz )
  • 0.1 g (0.0035 oz )
  • 1.29 g (0.0455 oz )
  • 1.2 g (0.042 oz )
  • 95.11 g (3.355 oz )
  • 0.2 g (0.0071 oz )
  • 0.5 g (0.018 oz )
  • 0.12 g (0.0042 oz )
  • 0.0002 g (0.000007055 oz )
  • 0.021 g (0.000741 oz )
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USDA Equivalent:

  • 11591
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