Botanical Name: Houttuynia cordata ‘Chameleon’
Common Name: No Common Name Type of Plant: dicot: perennial Habit of Growth: Overall Shape Deciduous, low spreading perennial with multicolored (pink, cream and green) foliage which resembles English ivy Height to 1' Spread to 3' Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors sun or part shade (foliage color is best in full sun) Soil prefers good drainage Hardiness Hardy; Zones 2-9, 14-24 Morphology: Leaves Ovate, 2-3" long, cordate, palmate, variegated with reddish margins, turning cream, then green toward the center Flowers Tiny spike to 1" long with 4 white bracts, each 1/2" wide; flowers are held close to foliage Fruit small capsule Propagation: division or seed Usage: spreading groundcover or container plant; appreciated for colored foliage and white flowers, makes a solid groundcover in wet areas, but can be aggressive Landscape Care: Watering need regular watering; does well in wet conditions Fertilizing balanced fertilizer in the spring Pruning control spread Pests/Diseases snails and slugs Special Conditions/Other Origin: China and Japan Family: Saururaceae Notes: |
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