Salvinia molesta
Salvinia molesta
(giant salvinia)
Plants
Exotic

Impact ID7612
Impact TypeAquaculture/Agriculture
Study TypeAnecdotal
Study LocationN/A
Impact DescriptionSalvinia molesta affects agricultural interests in the United States by clogging irrigation intakes and pumps. Rice and crawfish yields are reduced from competition from Salvinia molesta.
Reference42395
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationUnited States

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