Hydrilla verticillata
Hydrilla verticillata
(hydrilla)
Plants
Exotic

Impact ID7070
Impact TypeOther
Study TypeAnecdotal
Study LocationN/A
Impact DescriptionHydrilla verticillata provides food supplies for waterfowl in areas with degraded wetlands, such as Florida. Areas with up to 30% cover benefits most fisheries, because it can help grow prey fish populations for game fish to eat.
Reference42108
Great Lakes RegionNo
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