These slightly peppery salad greens have been known and loved in Asia for centuries and are particularly popular in Japanese cuisine. The name Mizuna is Japanese and refers to the plant s juicy texture and sharp flavor. The leaves are often a crucial ingredient in stir-fries soups or salads. Because of this plant s excellent tolerance for cold temperatures it is often grown for fresh winter greens. These slightly peppery salad greens have been known and loved in Asia for centuries and are particularly popular in Japanese cuisine. The name mizuna is Japanese and refers to the plant s juicy texture and sharp flavor. The leaves are often a crucial ingredient in stir-fries soups or salads. Because of this plant s excellent tolerance for cold temperatures it is often grown for fresh winter greens.