40) Houttuynia cordata

Type: Herbaceous perennial

Useful cultivars and selections: ‘Chameleon’

Common name: lizard plant

Family name: Asteraceae

USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-10

Height: 25-50cm

Spread: 30-60cm

Requirements: Full sun to part shade, medium to wet, tolerant heavy shade

Leaf arrangement: ovate dark blue-green leaves, strong smell, used for cook

Flower /fruit description(s): showy, small flower

Suitable uses: water plant, rain garden

Quick ID description: strong smell, ovate, edible

Bloom time: May to June

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