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Oenanthe aquatica (L.) Poir.

fine-leaved water-dropwort (Apiaceae / Umbelliferae)

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Oenanthe aquatica is a perennial herb that grows at the edges of water in England, Wales and Ireland.

Overton (VC50: Denbighshire); 2023-07-21

 fine-leaved water-dropwort / Oenanthe aquatica: _Oenanthe aquatica_ is a perennial herb that grows at the edges of water in England, Wales and Ireland.

The leaves of Oenanthe aquatica are up to 4-pinnate, giving them a lace-like texture.

Overton (VC50: Denbighshire); 2023-07-21

 fine-leaved water-dropwort / Oenanthe aquatica: The leaves of _Oenanthe aquatica_ are up to 4-pinnate, giving them a lace-like texture.

The fruits of Oenanthe aquatica have persistent sepals, and are much longer than the styles.

Overton (VC50: Denbighshire); 2023-07-21

 fine-leaved water-dropwort / Oenanthe aquatica: The fruits of _Oenanthe aquatica_ have persistent sepals, and are much longer than the styles.

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