🚫 Red cabomba
❌ Invasive

Red cabomba

Cabomba furcata · Cabombaceae

Also known as: Fanwort

Dense submerged growth clogs wetlands, ponds and canals, notably in Kerala

🌍 Origin: Central & South America (not native to India)

Why Red cabomba is a problem

Dense submerged growth clogs wetlands, ponds and canals, notably in Kerala

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What to plant instead

Management species

Frequently asked questions

Is Red cabomba invasive in India?

Yes. Red cabomba (Cabomba furcata) is considered invasive in India. Dense submerged growth clogs wetlands, ponds and canals, notably in Kerala

Why is Red cabomba a problem?

Dense submerged growth clogs wetlands, ponds and canals, notably in Kerala

Other invasive plants to avoid

Sources: R5, R8. See full references.

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