Salvinia
Salvinia spp.See it - Report it
Early detection is vital to stop Salvinia 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 and covers water bodies.Description
- Aquatic floating fern.
- Roots black, hanging in water.
- Leaves oval forming chain-like structures at water surface Eggbeater-shaped hairs trap air bubbles.