Myriophyllum spicatum
Family Haloragaceae
Species Profile
| Species classification | Invasive [NSW's Noxious Weeds] |
| Common names | Eurasian Water Milfoil, Eurasian Water-milfoil, Spiked Water Milfoil |
| Synonyms | Myriophyllum spicatum var. spicatum |
| Longevity | Perennial |
| Growth form | Aquatic, Herb |
| Seed dispersal morphology | Hydrochorous (buoyant seed) |
| Maximum height (m) | 7 |
| Capable of vegetative reproduction | Yes |
| Native range | Europe, Asia, Africa |
| Exotic range (Australia) | Although present in Australia it has not yet been naturalised |
| Exotic range (other) | North America, Pacific Ocean Islands, Africa |
| Habitat types (exotic) | Water bodies, Wetlands |
| Soil type (exotic) | Aquatic |
| Decade of introduction | Information unavailable |
Rating [?]
| Climate scenario | Australia | ACT | NSW | NT | QLD | SA | TAS | VIC | WA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current climate | 20 | 12 | 4 | 16 | 0 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 12 |
| RCP 8.5 2050 | 20 | 8 | 8 | 14 | 0 | 8 | 12 | 12 | 14 |
| RCP 8.5 2070 | 20 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 12 | 14 |
Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences
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Current suitable habitat
2050 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
2070 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
Recorded occurrences
(Australia)
Recorded occurrences
(global)
Images
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Further Information
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