Scientific Sources & Methodology
Our Commitment to Scientific Accuracy
The information presented on Hydrilla.org is aggregated from peer-reviewed scientific literature, government agency reports, and leading aquatic research institutions. We rely exclusively on established, verifiable data to ensure our educational resources are accurate and up-to-date.
Primary Institutional Sources
- United States Geological Survey (USGS): Nonindigenous Aquatic Species (NAS) database for tracking the spread of Hydrilla verticillata.
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: Aquatic Plant Control Research Program (APCRP) for mechanical and chemical management strategies.
- University of Florida / IFAS: Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants for leading biological research, particularly regarding dioecious hydrilla.
- North Carolina State University: Aquatic weed management programs focusing on monoecious hydrilla strains.
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Guidelines on approved aquatic herbicides and their environmental impacts.
Peer-Reviewed Literature
Our biological data, including growth rates, tuber production, and light requirements, are sourced from journals such as:
- Journal of Aquatic Plant Management
- Invasive Plant Science and Management
- Aquatic Botany
- Hydrobiologia
Methodology
When synthesizing information for property owners and lake managers, we prioritize systemic reviews and meta-analyses over isolated studies to ensure our guidance reflects the current consensus in the field of aquatic weed management.
References
Information presented on this page is supported by peer-reviewed research, federal agencies, and state resource management programs.
- U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) – Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Databasehttps://nas.er.usgs.gov
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Aquatic Plant Control Research Programhttps://www.erdc.usace.army.mil
- NOAA Aquatic Invasive Species Programhttps://www.noaa.gov