This is a floating water pest, it multiplies like crazy and can grow to 12 to 15 feet underneath the water with deep roots. Like the Water Hyacinth it weilds itself together with mats on top of the water. The blooms on this nuisance are four petalled flowers that give away to this spiny, strange fruit that looks like a chestnut. The spines on this fruit can go through boots. It limits oxygen intake to the freshwater population. It will not let boats pass and prevents fishing and swimming. It's widely known in places in Europe and throughout the Southeastern United States. It's native to Asia, Europe and other old world countries as well. These plants are edible which are shaped like a bull when prepared correctly. They were prepared in Chinese Zhou Dynasty to be given as an offering for worship. For a pest of a plant, why do I have a can of these in my cabinet to eat with my ramen noodles. I enjoyed this article. I hope that you do too. One person's floating nightmare is another one's lunch! Until next time!
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