Species PlantsLizard's Tail

Lizard's Tail

Saururus cernuus

CommonPlant
Illustration of Lizard's Tail (Saururus cernuus)

Lizard's Tail is an aquatic native wildflower of swamps and shallow ponds in the southeastern United States, producing arching white spikes of fragrant flowers that curl like a lizard's tail over the water surface. It forms large colonies from rhizomes in standing water and provides excellent cover for frogs, snakes, and aquatic birds.

Habitat
Swamps, shallow ponds, and wetland margins in the southeastern United States
Diet
Flowers attract native bees; provides cover for frogs and aquatic wildlife
How common
Common

Best time to see a Lizard's Tail

The best time to see a Lizard's Tail is April–June, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 21,219 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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