Saururus chinensis is
a perennial herb inhabiting marshes or the water's edges, growing up
to 0.6-1m in height, with the whole odor. Leaves are of opposite
phyllotaxis, in the ovate-like cordate shape of 5-15cm long. Spikes
of 10-15cm long emerge from axils, with many small flowers. As the
season to bloom comes, leaves on the upper part of the stem turn
white and return to the original light green in due course. Bloom
time: June-August. |