Environmental Science
3 years ago

Reviving Lake Erhai: Vallisneria Natans Thrives in Low Light Environments

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Journal of Lake Sciences
Comparative study on the adaptability of four submerged macrophytes to low light environment in Lake Erhai
Zhonghai Zhang, Tong Yang, Hao Wang, Xiaolin Zhang, Te Cao, Leyi Ni, Changbo Yuan

Paper Summary

Submerged plants in Lake Erhai were studied to see how well they grow in low light. Four types of plants were tested in the lake's center area. Vallisneria natans did the best in low light, with the most growth and survival. The other plants struggled more. This means Vallisneria natans could be a good choice for bringing back underwater plants in Lake Erhai.

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