The Forsythia Stratiotes is an extremely scarce, large plant and can be found in most humid regions. It blooms in early spring. It has thin, trifoliate leaves, which are usually bright green. It also grows small flowers, which can be light brown, pink, dark grey and red. These plants grow in huge numbers, but it's easy, even without experience, to control and maintain their growth. They can be used as a cooking ingredient, similar to herbs. As a defense mechanism the Forsythia Stratiotes taste very bitter. They rely on winds to carry their seeds away to reproduce. Once pollinated, they grow delicious, small fruits.