Lizard'S Tail
Saururus cernuus L.
Saururus cernuus, known as Lizard's Tail, is a plant species in the Saururaceae family. It was first described in 1753 by Linnaeus (L.). The species is native to a wide range across the Nearctic region, including areas such as Ontario, Quebec, and Vermont in the United States, as well as parts of Europe including Belgium, France, the Netherlands, and Great Britain. It also occurs in other global regions such as New Zealand and Italy.
Description
Saururus cernuus is a member of the Saururaceae family and is commonly referred to as Lizard's Tail. It is a perennial herbaceous plant found in wetland habitats. The species has a broad distribution, spanning from North America to parts of Europe and beyond. It was first scientifically described in 1753 by Carl Linnaeus. The plant is characterized by its distinctive, tail-like inflorescence and is often found in moist, low-lying areas. It is native to regions including Ontario, Quebec, the United States (such as Vermont and Alabama), and parts of Europe like Belgium, France, and the Netherlands.
Other common names
Lizard'S TailLizard'S-Tail
Distribution
Ontario · Quebec · Nearctic · Belgium · Flemish Region · France · The Netherlands · Great Britain · IT · AT · Italy · NZ · GE · FR · Global · NO · Vermont-US · Walloon Region · Alabama · Arkansas · Corse · Delaware · District of Columbia · Florida · Georgia · Illinois · Indiana · Kansas · Kentucky · Louisiana
Synonyms
Neobiondia silvestriiMattuschkia aquaticaSaururus cernuus f. submersus
