Water soldiers

• It is a small aquatic plant.
• Leaves are sawtooth-edged and serrated. They are very brittle when handled.
• Flowers are white.

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• Not yet recorded in Queensland

• Rises to surface at flowering time.
• Flowers appear in summer.

Environmental

• Could become a serious pest if introduced and planted in aquariums or outdoor ponds.
• Forms dense stands and destroys native wildlife habitat.

• Find out how farmers can prevent weed spread.
• Find out how gardeners and outdoor enthusiasts can prevent weed spread.

• Before undertaking any preventative or control actions, contact us online, by phone or in person.

• Water soldiers is a prohibited invasive plant under the Biosecurity Act 2014.
• You must not:
  • keep it
  • move it
  • give it away
  • sell it
  • release it into the environment.

  If you do any of these, penalties may apply.

• You must not take any action that is reasonably likely to exacerbate the biosecurity threat posed by water soldiers.
• You must take any action that is reasonably likely to minimise the biosecurity threat posed by water soldiers.
• You must report any sightings immediately using 1 of these methods:
  • Report online.
  • Phone Biosecurity Queensland on 13 25 23.
  • Phone the Exotic Plant Pest Hotline on 1800 084 881.