Difference between Watercress and Cress

What is the difference between Watercress and Cress?

Watercress as a noun is a perennial european herb, nasturtium officinale or rorippa nasturtium-aquaticum, that grows in freshwater streams; used in salads and as a garnish. while Cress as a noun is a plant of various species, chiefly cruciferous. the leaves have a moderately pungent taste, and are used as a salad and antiscorbutic.

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