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Leslie J. Mehrhoff, University of Connecticut, Bugwood.org |
Curly-leaved pondweed
Potamogeton crispus Curly-leaved pondweed (Potamogeton crispus) is an invasive plant of fresh water lakes, ponds, rivers and streams. It is a native of Eurasia and was first detected in mid 1800s. Tolerant to low light and low temperatures, this plant may become invasive, outcompeting native plants and forming dense mats of vegetation. This plant can be spread from one water body to another via improperly cleaned recreational equipment.
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News
07/11/2019 - Curly-leaf Pondweed removed from Lake Wausau
06/12/2019 - Report: Lake Needs Balanced Approach
05/17/2019 - Willmar Area Lakes Association to meet May 22
05/15/2019 - Lake Benton pondweed control planned this spring
05/14/2019 - DEC, CLP Reveal Herbicide Treatment For Lake
09/07/2018 - More problems with invasive plants
08/21/2018 - Invasive weed found in Idaho’s Lake Coeur d’Alene
07/30/2018 - Invasive weed found in Idaho’s Lake Coeur d’Alene
08/05/2015 - Panel to focus on aquatic weeds in the Tahoe Keys
06/04/2014 - State Money to Combat Lake Invasives