Record #:

17376

Author(s):

Loewer, Peter

Abstract:

This plant was first identified in 1784 by Swedish naturalist Peter Thunberg and later named for Dutch physician and botanist Martin Houttuyu. It is a plant of many names. Loewer describes its characteristics and what to watch out for if used as ground cover.

Source:

Carolina Gardener (NoCar SB 453.2 N8 C37), Vol. 24 Issue 6, July/Aug 2012, p24-27, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Houttuynia; Garden plants