What Is the Scientific Name of a Water Hyacinth?

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The water hyacinth, whose scientific name is Eichhoria crassipes, is an aquatic perennial with a hyacinth-like flower. Native to South America, the plant has naturalized in parts of the American South where it has become invasive.

Keywords: water hyacinth, Eichhoria crassipes, aquatic plants, invasive species

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Gwen Bruno has been a full-time freelance writer since 2009, with her gardening-related articles appearing on DavesGarden. She is a former teacher and librarian, and she holds a bachelor's degree in education from Augustana College and master's degrees in education and library science from North Park University and the University of Wisconsin.

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