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Why is it difficult to get rid of water hyacinth?


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Water hyacinth:

  1. The water hyacinth is a perennial seagoing plant that is only found in South American tropical and subtropical regions.
  2. The dread of Bengal is the water hyacinth.
  3. It is difficult to get rid of water hyacinth because they can vegetatively multiply at a remarkable rate and cover all the water bodies in a shorter amount of time.
  4. The broad and wide leaves of the water hyacinth can extend up to one meter above the surface of the water.
  5. The water hyacinth has a remarkable ability to filter through water toxins and metals including lead, mercury, nickel, and cadmium.
  6. Water hyacinths are planted in water bodies that are adjacent to industry because of their capability.
  7. Water hyacinth thrives there and decimates the nearby plankton and aquatic life.

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