Alligator weed
Alternanthera philoxeroidesSee it - Report it
Early detection is vital to stop Alligator weed 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
- Reportable
- Weeds of National Significance (WoNS)
- Hinders movement
- Habitat: waterways, wetlands
Impact
Invades floodplains and waterways.
Description
- Aquatic perennial with creeping hollow stems Pairs of bright green oblong leaves at stem nodes.
- Papery, white, ball-shaped flower clusters.