In private pond, Laguna Beach, Orange County, CA. 7-26-15. © Peter J. Bryant

Water Hyacinth

Eichhornia crassipes

Exotic, invasive species, native to South America

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Aliso Creek, adj. Sycamore Park, Lake Forest, 12-8-11. © Ron Vanderhoff.
Aliso Creek, adj. Sycamore Park, Lake Forest, 12-8-11. © Ron Vanderhoff.