Nymphoides peltata
Nymphoides peltata
(yellow floating-heart)
Plants
Exotic

Impact ID8814
Impact TypeFood Web
Study TypeAnecdotal
Study LocationN/A
Impact DescriptionNymphoides peltata can outcompete native plant species. The reduction in native plant species degrades the habitat and may reduce access to food for fish and wildlife.
Reference35286
Great Lakes RegionNo
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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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