Aquatic

Stem

Leaf

Branch

Branch

Patch

Type

Information

Toxicity

Non-toxic.

Control

Drawdown of water levels, mechanical harvestors, biological and aquatic herbicide. Contact your County Weed District or local Applicator for more information.

Habitat

Springs, lakes, ponds, marshes, ditches and rivers.

Root

Extensive root system.

Leaf Shape

Small, lance-shaped with pointed tips.

Lifespan

Perennial; two years or longer.

Priority 3 Weed

Not a noxious weed, but a regulated plant; potential for significant negative economic and ecological impacts.

Similar Looking Plants

Brazilian waterweed and Elodea.

Important Information

Mainly reproduces and spreads by fragments; roots dormant and viable in the soil for up to eight years.