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Saururus cernuus, Lizard’s Tail, Wholesale Native Bare Root Perennials, Wetland Plant
$8.00
2500 in stock
Saururus cernuus, Lizard’s Tail, Wholesale Native Bare Root Perennials

(requires a minimum purchase of 5 plants, must be purchased in groups of 5)
Wholesale pricing is based on quantity.
5 or more $8.00 each
25 or more $4.00 each
50 or more $2.50 each
300 or more $2.35
1000 or more $2.20 each
For Shipping, Install and additional info please see “About Bare Root“.
Native bare root perennials are dug and shipped while dormant, mid October to early spring.
See all available Native Bare Root Perennials
Check the native status of this species for your area via the USDA Plants Database here.
The Fine Print
Unless otherwise indicated, there is a minimum order total of $150.00.
before tax (VA residents only) and shipping.
Before you order:
Please be assured that our goal as native plant growers with over 45 years of experience, is to support the intention and needs of our customers. Whether you are an industry professional or home conservationist, or if you just like GREAT plants! We want your return business!
We are always available to answer questions about a plant's cultural needs or to assist our customers with any questions to make working with Mid Atlantic Natives a superior experience. To do this, we cannot stress enough the importance of selecting the right species for your application and environment. Each lant species had detailed information for its suitable, preferred environment (Sun, wet, dry, acidic, etc.) We provide this information so you can make the best selections and have the best results. (as in, I planted a water plant in a desert dune and don't know why it died!!)
Before selecting plants,please ask yourself:
Are the site conditions correct for the species you select? Do you know how to correctly plant? Are you able to provide the aftercare needed?
It is important to us that you are successful with your investment. We would rather not sell our plants then have a dissatisfied, unprepared customer or, equally as upsetting to us, any plant mortality.
Because we have no control over how plants are handled after they are shipped, or of any element of a planting project from design to installation, we cannot offer any guarantees of plant survival. Please make sure you select plant material suitable for your project’s conditions and environment. All Sales Are Final
We are careful to keep varieties true to name, but mistakes sometimes happen. It is mutually agreed that our liability for any errors is confined to replacement with correct species or, if not available, credit of the purchase price.
In the event of an incorrect count we will send the missing items. There is no opportunity for a credit unless those items are not available. The credit will be for the missing amount only.
Damage
Because of the type of packaging and custom-designed box style we use, shipping issues are rare. If there is a problem with your purchased items, it must be reported to us within 72 hours of receipt. Photos of the shipping materials and plants will be requested.
Claims resulting from carrier issues will result in your order being replaced or refunded once the claim is settled with the carrier.
Please report any other problems immediately, and we will make every effort to resolve any issues to your satisfaction. Under no circumstances will the claim amount exceed the order amount.
Inspections
Our nursery stock has been inspected by the Virginia Department of Agriculture. Your order will be shipped with a VA Nursery Inspection certificate. A copy of our current nursery certificate is here.
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Description
Saururus cernuus, Lizard’s Tail, Wholesale Native Bare Root Perennials
Saururus cernuus L.
Lizard’s Tail, Lizard Tail, Breastweed, Water Dragon
Saururaceae (Lizard’s-Tail Family)
Synonym(s):
USDA Symbol: sace
USDA Native Status: L48 (N), CAN (N)
An upright, hairy perennial, growing to 4 ft. in height. Slender, nodding, solitary spikes of tiny, white flowers occur opposite a leaf. Leaves are lance-shaped to nearly triangular with a cordate base.
This is a mostly southern species of shaded marshes and stream margins. The common name and the genus name, from the Greek sauros (“lizard”) and oura (“tail”), depict the shape of the drooping flower cluster.
Plant Characteristics
Duration: Perennial
Habit: Herb
Fruit Type: Schizocarp
Size Notes: Up to about 4 feet tall.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: White
Bloom Time: Apr , May , Jun , Jul , Aug
Distribution
USA: AL , AR , CT , DC , DE , FL , GA , IL , IN , KS , KY , LA , MA , MD , MI , MO , MS , NC , NJ , NY , OH , OK , PA , RI , SC , TN , TX , VA , WV
Canada: ON
Native Distribution: S. New England to MI & IL, s. to FL & TX
Native Habitat: Still water Wet lowlands; stream & lake edges
Growing Conditions
Water Use: High
Light Requirement: Part Shade , Shade
Soil Moisture: Moist , Wet
Aquatic: yes
Soil Description: Wet soils. Mud.
Conditions Comments: The common name refers to the long, finger-like flowers that appear during the summer months. Crushed foliage has a pleasant, sassafras aroma. Lizard tail is a great spreading groundcover for moist soils, shallow water, and containers. Good for wetland gardens and habitat. Colonizes large areas. Can withstand saturated soils of up to 4 in. inundation.
Benefit
Use Ornamental: Water garden, Bog or pond area
Use Wildlife: Valued by wood ducks.
Use Medicinal: Also called “breast weed,” as it was used to treat inflammation of the breasts and other portions of the body. (Lamb/Rhynard)
Warning: The young shoots and leaves provide forage for cattle and sheep, but when overeaten this plant may be toxic. Humans should generally avoid ingesting plants that are toxic to animals.
Conspicuous Flowers: yes
Fragrant Flowers: yes
Attracts: Birds
Deer Resistant: High
For Shipping, Install and additional info please see “About Bare Root“.
Native bare root perennials are dug and shipped while dormant, mid October to early spring.
See all available Native Bare Root Perennials
Check the native status of this species for your area via the USDA Plants Database here.
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