Spiked water-milfoil
Scientific name: Myriophyllum spicatum
Look out for the feathery leaves of Spiked water-milfoil just below the surface of streams, ditches, lakes and ponds; its red flowers emerge from the water in summer. It provides shelter for a range of aquatic wildlife.
Species information
Statistics
Height: up to 10cm Spread: 1-1.5mConservation status
Common.