Phragmites australis australis
Phragmites australis australis
(common reed)
Plants
Exotic

Impact ID6803
Impact TypeGenetic
Study TypeExperimental
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionIn controlled experiments, the introduced and native lineages of Phragmites can hybridize, which may act as a mechanism for further decline of native Phragmites in North America where it comes in contact with introduced stands. However, no naturally hybridizing populations have been found
Reference27609
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationKingston, Rhode Island, USA

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