Chameleon-plant
Houttuynia cordata
Chameleon plant is a striking, low-growing perennial known for its vivid multicolored foliage in shades of red, green, and yellow. It thrives in moist to wet soil and partial shade, making it ideal for rain gardens, pond margins, or shaded borders. Be aware that it spreads vigorously by underground runners and may require containment to prevent it from overtaking neighboring plants.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Keep Soil Consistently Moist; This Plant Prefers Reliably Wet Conditions And Tolerates Boggy Soil
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 11, 2021 by Michael Olive (cc-by-sa)
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