Family:
HYDROCHARITACEAE
Vallisneria australis
Ribbonweed
Other Names: Eel-weed, Eelweed
Regional Subspecies:
n/a
HABIT:
Submerged tufted stoloniferous perennial aquatic with strap-like leaves and inconspicuous flowers during warmer months.
HABITAT & SITE PREFERENCE:
Stationary or flowing freshwater to about 4 m deep. Prefers 300 to 500 mm rainfall in the Riverina region.
SEED COLLECTION & PROPAGATION:
Propagate by division. Reproduces mainly from stolons.
VALUES & USES:
Wildlife value, as rhizomes are eaten by Black Swans. Can be a weed in irrigation channels.