Alternanthera philoxeroides
Alternanthera philoxeroides
(alligatorweed)
Plants
Exotic

Impact ID9087
Impact TypeHabitat Alteration
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionField studies in China suggest that Alternanthera philoxeroides can quickly form a carpet cover distribution in the invaded area and change the local microclimate environment and soil physical and chemical properties.
Reference42650
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationNanfei River, China

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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [12/26/2024].

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