Leafy elodea
Egeria densaSee it - Report it
Early detection is vital to stop Leafy elodea becoming established in South Australia.
If you see this weed, please report it to the National Pest Alert Hotline (Freecall) 1800 084 881.
Weed profile
- Perennial
- Aquatic
- Reportable
- Habitat: waterways
Impact
Invades ponds, lakes and streams.Description
- Aquatic, freshwater, perennial herb.
- Submerged stems are buoyant with roots at lower nodes.
- Leaves narrowly oblong, in whorls of 3-8.
- White flowers are attached to long thread-like stems and float on surface of water.