| Early settlers brought watercress to
America because anti-scurvy properties. Watercress was later identified as rich
in vitamin C. As the Latin words nasus tortus, or "twisted nose,"
Watercress gives off a pungent odor that makes the nose wrinkle. The leaves and
edible seedpods have a sharp, peppery taste, accounts for watercress's longtime
popularity as a salad watercress is a succulent, aquatic perenial. This
evergreen thrives in clear cold water, where it dense masses along the edges of
slow-moving streams. collecting Watercress, be sure to gather only the
watercress the poisonous water hemlocks, which somewhat resemble the carrot
plant, often grow nearby. The watercress usually and floats on top of the water
and is distinguishable from nearby plants.
On the American continent, Coronado during his explorations,
found the herb watercress growing in abundance near the Gila river in Arizona
The native Indians reportedly used Watercress for both liver and kidney troubles
and to dissolve gallstones. Watercress is strongly alkaline due to its high
potassium content. It is useful in treating acidity and purifying the blood.
Watercress aids arthritis and rheumatism and clears up acne spots. Watercress is
high in vitamin C content and therefore, was extensively used to prevent scurvy
in the last century Watercress is literally a store house natural vitamins,
minerals and trace elements
Watercress is used to treat water retention, mucus in the lungs, and
indigestion. The herb is also used to help stimulate the metabolism and promote
bile production as well. Watercress helps increase blood circulation and
increases energy.
The herb has also been used to aid with urinary infections and
bladder problems. It helps promote kidney function. It also helps with heart
disease by relieving fluid retention problems.
It is also used by people who want to increase their physical endurance and
stamina for either normal activities or sport's performance.
Watercress is also known as:
Nasturtium officinale, Scurvy Grass
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