Hydrilla verticillata (L.f.) Royle

Locations ofHydrilla verticillata (L.f.) Royle in Virginia

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Family
Hydrocharitaceae
Botanical Name
Hydrilla verticillata (L.f.) Royle
Common Name
Hydrilla
Synonym(s)
Flora of Virginia Name/Status
Hydrilla verticillata (L.f.) Royle
Comments
This invasive aquatic is more widespread than collection records indicate. Vouchers from additional areas are needed.
Habitat
Still or slow waters of ponds, lakes, streams, and rivers (nontidal or tidal), usually abundant where found. Most current records are from the Piedmont, but the species is rapidly spreading and can be expected in new areas.
Native Status
Introduced

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