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Lizard's tail

Saururus cernuus L.

Photo by auntnance123
Published on Project Noah
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28.6122, -80.8076

Field Notes

Description:

emersed plant with heart-shaped leaves and flower spikes approx. 6 inches long

Habitat:

spotted at edge of pond in forest sanctuary

Notes:

http://www.nbbd.com/godo/ef/

Reference Links:

PLANTS Profile for Saururus cernuus (lizard's tail) | USDA PLANTS

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Comments (1)
Lynn Cremona
Homeopaths use this plant to cure Irritation of kidneys, bladder, prostate and urinary passages. Painful and difficult micturition ; Cystitis with strangury (restricted urine flow).
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PublishedApril 21, 2013

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