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Water Hyacinth Series [Part 2]

Water Hyacinth Series [Part 2]

— Gordon Hewitt
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L. Victoria has been locked in a tight battle with water hyacinth for decades. Here is the full saga, from how the weed got there, to its effects on the basin. 

How an Ornamental Plant Took Over the World

How an Ornamental Plant Took Over the World

— Gordon Hewitt
Tagged: Water Hyacinth Series

Water hyacinth is an invasive aquatic weed, but its story also highlights the importance of local action and restoration. This first post looks at how it spread from South America to East Africa and what is being done to manage it.