Myriophyllum aquaticum
Myriophyllum aquaticum
(parrot feather)
Plants
Exotic

Impact ID7105
Impact TypeHabitat Alteration
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionSenescence of Myriophyllum aquaticum can leave a dense mat of decomposed plant litter and sediments at the bottom of heavily-invaded sites that may create unsuitable habitat for invertebrate colonization.
Reference38185
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationBelgium

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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [5/1/2024].

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