Salvinia molesta
Salvinia molesta
(giant salvinia)
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4 results for Salvinia molesta (giant salvinia)

Impact ID Scientific Name Impact Type Study Type Study Location Impact Description Reference
4517 Salvinia molesta Recreation Anecdotal N/A can cover entire water body surface preventing recreational activities like swimming, boating etc 36455
5214 Salvinia molesta Recreation Observational Field The dense growths of Salvinia molesta impede water access and navigation. 37965
7611 Salvinia molesta Recreation Anecdotal N/A Salvinia molesta disrupts recreational activities in the United States. Boating and... 42395
7617 Salvinia molesta Recreation Anecdotal N/A Thick mats of Salvinia molesta serve as a major obstacle to paddle-powered canoes. As a... 28408

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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [4/23/2024].

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