It says it grows in Florida. How in world could it of ended up in my new pond in Missouri? So I should leave it alone and let it do its thing or get rid of it now?
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PODI" is found throughout most of the lower 48 states and in parts of Canada and Mexico.
As for management: Ten people would likely offer 10 opinions, and one or more opinion could be correct - depending upon a variety of circumstances.
In short, you might consider taking steps to keep it in check if your pond's design favors over-proliferation of this species. Otherwise, it can offer benefits for the pond if the plant "self-maintains" at a tolerable level. It is usually fairly easy to spot-treat with Aquathol, although limiting the area of impact may pose a challenge.
