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Hydrilla (waterthyme) is a genus of aquatic plant, usually treated as containing just one species, Hydrilla verticillata, though some botanists divide it into several species. It is native to the cool and warm waters of the Old World in Asia, Africa and Australia, with a sparse, scattered distribution; in Australia from Northern ...
Hydrilla, (Hydrilla verticillata), submerged aquatic plant that is the sole member of the genus Hydrilla in the frog’s-bit family (Hydrocharitaceae). Hydrilla is possibly native to Africa or Europe but has naturalized in lakes and streams around the world.
A submerged aquatic perennial with heavily branched stems that float towards the water surface and form dense mats. Foliage. The leaves are lanceolate with an acute apex and serrated edges. The leaves grow in whorls with leaf colour being a translucent to opaque green.
Hydrilla, considered one of the world's most invasive aquatic plants, has been detected for the first time in Michigan. The Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy confirmed two small populations of the plant in adjacent private ponds on residential properties in Berrien Springs in Southwest Michigan.
Jun 28, 2024 · Hydrilla is a prohibited plant according to the USDA Noxious Weed List and the Florida Prohibited Plant List. The UF/IFAS Assessment lists Hydrilla as prohibited. It is listed by FLEPPC as a Category l invasive species due to its ability to invade and displace native plant communities.
Mar 28, 2018 · Learn more about Hydrilla. View plant photos, descriptions, maps, treatment options, and more.
Hydrilla is an adaptive and fast-growing invasive aquatic plant that can alter habitat and negatively impact native species (Ontario, 2018): Once established, hydrilla is able to grow aggressively and outcompete native plants.
5 days ago · Common name: hydrilla. Synonyms and Other Names: Florida elodea, waterthyme. Taxonomy: available through. Noxious: This species is listed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as a noxious weed. Identification: Submersed perennial herb. Rooted, with long stems that branch at the surface where growth becomes horizontal and dense mats form.
The Hydrilla(Hydrilla verticillata) is thought to have been introduced to North America in Florida sometime during the 1950's. It is an aggressive, invasive species and has spread throughout Florida and most southern states, as well as California, Delaware, and the District of Columbia.
Water-thyme is a widespread invasive aquatic plant, native to Asia. It was introduced to North America in the aquarium trade, and first escaped in Florida in 1959. It has a wide tolerance and can grow in almost any fresh or brackish body of water.
