

How to identify Chameleon plant (Houttuynia cordata)
Chameleon plant, also known as Fish mint, Heart leaf, Bishop's weed
Chameleon plant is distinguished by its striking foliage, which is bright green and often features a mix of red, bronze, or yellow hues. The leaves are indeed heart-shaped, with a diagonal breadth of up to 3 inches (7.6 cm) and a pointed tip. Its ground-hugging nature allows it to form dense mats, which can spread around 1 foot (30 cm) wide. Chameleon plant's leaves emerge on long, thin stems that exhibit an almost tranlucent quality, showcasing the plant's notable texture and vibrancy.
Heart-shaped leaves with red, bronze, or yellow hues
Leaves on long stems with translucent quality
Tiny flowers on conical lime green spikes
Distinctive white bracts around clustered flowers
Strong fishy odor when leaves are crushed
Chameleon plant features simple leaves that are blue-green to purple with ovate to cordate shapes. These heart-shaped leaves have entire margins and are alternately arranged along the stem. The leaves are generally 1.5 to 3 inches (4 to 7.5 cm) long. The lower portion of their petiole forms a sheath around the stem. When the leaves are crushed, they emit a strong, fishy odor due to sulphurous compounds, which is a key identifying characteristic.
The flowers of chameleon plant are tiny and clustered on tall, conical lime green spikes that are about 0.8 inches (2 cm) long. Each spike is accompanied by four white, petal-like bracts at its base. These distinctive white bracts encircle the spikes, which make the small, clustered flowers stand out. The flowers themselves are small, a defining feature key for identification. The blooms showcase a delicate structure, adding grace to the plant's appearance during its flowering period.
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Scientific Classification of Chameleon plant