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Giant Salvinia
Salvinia molesta

Giant Salvinia
Giant salvinia is a fast-growing fern that can clog ponds and lakes.
Forming mats up to 2 feet thick, the plant gobbles up oxygen and
blocks sunlight needed by other water dwellers.
- Scott Bauer
USDA, Agricultural Research Service
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