Vallisneria australis

Ribbonweed, Eelweed at Wollemi National Park

Vallisneria australis at Wollemi National Park - 24 Mar 2024
Vallisneria australis at Wollemi National Park - 24 Mar 2024
Vallisneria australis at Wollemi National Park - 24 Mar 2024
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Identification history

Vallisneria australis 27 Mar 2024 JaneR

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in shallow water, along margins of weir pool (but possibly more widespread than observed). Submerged leaves supporting dense growth epiphytic algae and biofilms

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Sighting information

  • 16 - 100 Abundance
  • 24 Mar 2024 04:58 PM Recorded on
  • JaneR Recorded by

Additional information

  • 10cm to 30cm Plant height
  • True In flower

Species information

  • Vallisneria australis Scientific name
  • Ribbonweed, Eelweed Common name
  • Not Sensitive
  • Local native
  • Non-Invasive
  • Up to 784.09m Recorded at altitude
  • Machine learning
  • In flower
  • External link More information
  • Synonyms

    Vallisneria spiralis Vallisneria gigantea Vallisneria americana

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