EPPO Global Database

Hygrophila polysperma(HYGPO)

Distribution details in Poland

Situation
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated 2009: Present, few occurrences
First recorded in: 2008
Comments
EPPO Reporting Service (2012/083) : found in 2008 in a farm fish pond near the Patnowskie Lake and Ślesiński Channel, which are part of the cooling system of power stations. Casual only.
References
* Gabka M & Owsianny PM (2009) First records of the Hygrophila polysperma (Roxb.) T. Anderson (Acanthaceae) in Poland. Botanika-Steciana 13, 9-14.
Situation in neighbouring countries
Country State Status
Germany Present, few occurrences view...