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What is minari, and where does it grow?

Minari, also known as water celery or water dropwort, is a perennial herb in the carrot family (Apiaceae). It is native to East Asia and grows in wetlands and marshes, along stream banks, and in irrigated fields. The plant thrives in consistently moist or flooded soil, where it spreads across the ground. It is widely cultivated as a vegetable.