Alligator weed (Alternanthera philoxeroides) (Nox)
Invasive Assessment | Impact Assessment | Potential Distribution | Present Distribution
Scientific name: Alternanthera philoxeroides (Mart.) Griseb.
Common name: Alligator weed
Additional information about Alligator weed is located on the DPI website - including plant status, why is it dangerous, and how to identify.
Related Links
Weed Identification Note for Alligator weed - on the Weeds Australia website (external link). Information is provided on the generalised current distribution in Australia as well as other information such as origin, distinguishing features, dispersal etc.
Information on Alligator weed in Australia is available on the Weeds Australia website (external link). This includes an Alligator Weed Strategic Plan.
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This document was last reviewed on 28/09/2011