Invasive aquatic plants are an increasing problem to water resources in Mississippi and most other states around the country (Madsen 2004). These plants generally are introduced from other parts of the world, some for seemingly beneficial or horticultural uses (Madsen 2004). Invasive aquatic plants affect aesthetics, drainage, commercial and sport fishing, drinking water quality, fish and wildlife habitat, flood control, human and animal health, hydropower generation, irrigation, navigation, recreation, and ultimately land values (Madsen 1997).