Mitsuba 'Japanese Parsley' 50 Seeds Mitsuba ( 三つ葉) is sometimes called Japanese wild parsley or stone parsley The name Mitsuba translates to "three leaves" in Japanese Like parsley, the flavor is clean and refreshing with a slightly bitter taste commonly described as celerylike In Japan, it is commonly used as a garnish in soups or on top of the main meal Seed Starting