Connecticut Plants
Lizard's-tail (Water-dragon)
Saururus cernuus L.

Lizard's-tail is an endangered plant in Connecticut.

  • Family: lizard's tail (Saururaceae)
  • Habitat: swamps, shallow water
  • Height: 2-5 feet
  • Flower size: tiny flowers in a 4-6 inch curved spike
  • Flower color: white
  • Flowering time: June to September
  • Origin: native
Saururus cernuus L.
Saururus cernuus L.