Vallisneria

Vallisneria (Vallisneria americana) is also called Eelgrass, for its long, thin ribbon like leaves that can grow up to 3 or 4 feet and are ½ to ¾ inches wide.  It is often found in flowing water. It bears its flower and fruit at end of a long thread-like stem that is often coiled.

 

 

 

Management Options


Mechanical Options

Vallisneria can be controlled through cutting and raking, dyes or fertilizers or barriers.

Information on Mechanical Treatment of Aquatic Vegetation

 

Biological Options

Grass carp will consume vallisneria and are good at controlling it.

Information on Biological Treatment of Aquatic Vegetation


 

Chemical Options

The active ingredients that have been successful in treating vallisneria include: Diquat (F), and Endothall (F). E = excellent, G = good, F = fair

Information on Chemical Treatment of Aquatic Vegetation

 

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