Houttuynia cordata
Lizard Tail
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Lizard Tail (Houttuynia cordata) - Description
H. cordata is native to China and Japan. It bears heart-shaped green leaves. It's foliage emits a scent similar to that of orange peels when crushed.
Lizard Tail (Houttuynia cordata) - Blooming
Expect inconspicuous clusters of white-bracted flowers like tiny dogwood blossoms.
Lizard Tail (Houttuynia cordata) - Growth
The underground rhizomes send up 2-3" leaves that look similar to English Ivy. Its ground cover that disappears in winter, however. The leaves give off scent similar to orange peel when crushed. Can spread aggressively in wet ground. They prefer full sun or half sun.
Lizard Tail (Houttuynia cordata) - Planting
Propagate by division, but be wary of it becoming invasive. Growing them in raised pots will prevent any spreading issues.
Lizard Tail (Houttuynia cordata) - Interesting facts
The leaves are used as an herb in Vietnam, where it is called fish-mint. They may be eaten raw or cooked and have a peppery taste. Its roots are eaten in Southwestern China.
Lizard Tail (Houttuynia cordata) - Soil and irrigation
They require ample water, and can even grow in standing water, good for pond sites.
