Aquatic Weed Control

Question 1

types of algae that may become pests in Texas water include

Answer 1

filamentous, chara, planktonic

Question 2

which is the floating weed that is tiny, has one to three light green leaves, and can deplete oxygen if allowed to cover the entire surface of a pond?

Answer 2

common duckweed

Question 3

what is the name of the non-native floating plant that has oblong leave with a distinct midrib and is illegal to possess or transport

Answer 3

giant salvinia

Question 4

which of these plants is not a non-native floating plant that is illegal to possess of transport

Answer 4

mosquito fern

Question 5

which types of aquatic weed has flaccid stems and may be managed using Aquashade?

Answer 5

submerged

Question 6

Which plant is invasive, submerged, and considered a noxious pest because it grows so rapidly that it eliminates native species, hinders recreation and navigation, and blocks water intakes?

Answer 6

hydrilla

Question 7

which plant is a very primitive, emerged, perennial that has silicon embedded in its stem tissue and grows in standing water or in wet areas?

Answer 7

horsetail

Question 8

this perennial, emerged weed may stand erect along the shoreline or creep across wet soil or water. it has single yellow flowers and may invade ponds aggressively

Answer 8

water primrose