Salviniaceae

W/C = Wild Collected

Salvinia molesta D.S. Mitchell

Common Name:
Family: Salviniaceae Reichb.

Country of Origin: southern Brazil
Habitat: floating aquatic fern

Description: A free-floating aquatic fern, this has become a serious pest in the inland waters of many tropical countries. Originally a native of S America, it is now widespread and infestation is reported in Sri Lanka, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Zaire, Botswana, India, Austalia, Kenya, Indonesia and Thailand.

Uses: Shown to be an effective antibacterial for bovine mastitis. Also shows promise as a fiber plant for paper making and as a forage plant for animals. Has been shown to be an effective tool in phytoremediation and waste water decontamination.
From Philippine Alternative Medicine

Restrictions:

Federally Listed Noxious Weed - Plants are not to leave Greenhouse!

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Accession Data:

Accession # 198501202
Source: Unknown
Accession Date: 12-31-1985
Bench: 6601 - BPB:Warm Aquatic Trays
Qty: 1 confirmed on 11-05-2012

Classification:

Division: Ferns
Class: Polypodiopsida
SubClass:
Order: Salviniales
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Family: Salviniaceae
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Salviniaceae

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