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Houttuynia cordata (Chameleon Plant)

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Plant Type: Perennial
Uses: Groundcover, Bog, Fragrance
Propagation: Division, Stem Cuttings
Habit: Low, Spreading
Light: Part Shade
Flower Color: White
Blooms: Spring, Summer
Width: 1 - 1.5 ft.
Height: .5 - 2 ft.
Fertility: Rich
Soil: Neutral, Bog, Moist
Zone: 5 - 10

Hardy Perennial. A moisture-loving perennial which has aromatic leaves and small sprays of white flowers in the summer. Also available is a variegated form ('Variegata'), which is pictured, whose leaves have splashes of red and creamy yellow. Likes a partially shaded environment and will grow in shallow water or moist soil. May become invasive so be prepared to give this perennial some room.