Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) is an invasive riparian plant
which is infiltrating slow moving waters in river deltas, lakes and
canals in California and the west. While the plant is a biological
filter it also provides habitat for mosquito larvae. If the goal is
to protect native species then I would recommend not using this
plant or promoting its spread.
Chris
On 10/7/10 2:00 PM, Andrew Rasmussen wrote:
Our water
hyacinth is
crowding out our
water lilies
We have about 15 extra small plants they
make purple flowers
, roots act as filter
Andrew 310 422 1681
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My office is being remodeled due to water damage.
The reconstruction effort has stalled, due to funding problems.
Leave a message for me at the main office (909) 387-2171
A better way to contact me is via email.
Chris McDonald PhD
Natural Resources Advisor
Southeastern California
UC Cooperative Extension
(909) 387-2242 (not working until ???)
(909) 387-3306 fax