Saururus cernuus /Lizard's Tail

Blooms: White, 4-5 weeks, June-July
Leaves: Dark green, glossy, 3-6” heart shaped
Height: 2-4’
Space: 1-2’
Soil: Moist-Wet
Exposure:  Part Sun-Shade
Fauna: Small bees and flies, cover for wildlife
Seeds: Curved ‘tails’ remain attractive seed structures
Deer Resistance: High
Zone: 3-9
Native Status: NC Native, common in the Piedmont and Sandhills, uncommon in the Mountains
Provenance: North Carolina ecotype, asexually propagated