Invasives
Brazilian Waterweed (Egeria densa)
Brazilian waterweed, also known as Brazilian elodea, is a submerged aquatic perennial plant that infests streams, lakes, and ponds. The bright green stems are generally 1-2 feet in length, but can be as much as 20 feet. The plant’s leaves are arranged in whorls of 4 to 6 leaves; the…
Hydrilla (Hydrilla verticillata)
Hydrilla, also known as water thyme, is a submerged, aquatic, perennial herbaceous plant that can grow from depths of 20-25 feet. The stems have whorls of 3-8 tiny, strap-like leaves that are 0.2 to 0.8 inches long and 0.07-0.15 inches wide. The leaves have saw-toothed margins visible with a hand lens. Hydrilla…