The fish mint, scientifically named houttuynia cordata, is one of two species in the genus houttuynia.
It is also known as fish leaf, rainbow plant, chameleon plant, heart leaf, fish wort, or Chinese lizard tail.
Fish mint is a herbaceous perennial plant that grows to a height of 0.6 to 1 m, spreading up to 1 m.
This plant will grow in moist to wet soil or slightly submerged in water if exposed to partial or full sun.
It is usually grown as a leafy vegetable and used as a garnish for fresh herbs.
The leaves have a "fishy" taste (hence the name "fish mint"), so they are not much like basil, mint, or the more common spices.
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