Myriophyllum spicatum
Myriophyllum spicatum
(Eurasian watermilfoil)
Plants
Exotic

Impact ID8752
Impact TypeWater Quality
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionMyriophyllum spicatum (Eurasian watermilfoil) could help improve water quality for waterbodies affected by fertilizer runoff. M. spicatum is able to uptake moderate amounts of cadmium, zinc, copper, lead, and selenium from its environment.
Reference42524
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationSohag City, Egypt

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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [5/15/2024].

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