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Common Name: Houttuynia

Species Name: Houttuynia cordata 'Chameleon'

Family Name: Saururaceae

 

 

 

 

Plant Facts  
Origin Asia
Sun Preference Full Sun
Susceptibility Snails and slugs

 

 

ID Characteristics

 

 

Habitat/Ecology  
Soil Preference Moist, well-drained but also tolerates growing in shallow water
USDA Cold Hardiness Zone 5
Notes This vigorous ground cover can be grown in shallow water, moist soil or regular garden soil; it is invasive and should be used with care

 

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