Parrot feather
Myriophyllum aquaticumSee it - Report it
Early detection is vital to stop Parrot feather 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
- Hinders movement
- Habitat: waterways
Impact
Invades ponds, shallow lakes and slow moving streams.Description
- Submerged aquatic perennial growing from rhizomes.
- Leaves bright green, feather-like, in whorls of 4-6 evenly spaced along the stems.
- Flowers inconspicuous, in leaf axils above water surface.