Scientific and technological perspectives of the water lily (Pontederia crassipes)

Innovative applications of its biomass

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  • Ana Laura Martínez Muñoz Área Académica de Química, Instituto de Ciencias Básicas e Ingenierías, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo
  • Brenda Karen Gonzalez Perez Universidad Tecnológica de la Zona Metropolitana del Valle de México Laboratorio del Área de Tecnología Ambiental https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0580-0763
  • Alejandro Valdez Calderon Universidad Tecnológica de la Zona Metropolitana del Valle de México, Laboratorio del Área de Tecnología Ambiental https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6849-2062
  • Manuel Aaron Gayosso Morales Universidad Tecnológica de la Zona Metropolitana del Valle de México

Palabras clave:

Eutrophication, invasive species, mitigation, patents, socioeconomic impact.

Resumen

Background. The water lily (Pontederia crassipes), is considered globally as one of the most problematic invasive plants, with a high dissemination capacity and biological efficiency, enhancing significant environmental impacts in freshwater bodies. Goals. The present study provides a scientific and technological review of its phenology, dispersal mechanisms and innovative applications of its biomass. Methods. 100 articles from scientific and technological databases were analyzed, using a qualitative approach to evaluate technological surveillance, as well as intellectual property issues. The present review emphasizes P. crassipes impacts, predictions and effective strategies for the design of proper management and control. Results. As P. crassipes presents efficient mechanisms of dispersal and reproduction, a high viability of its seeds and their easy dispersal through currents, combined with human activities, its eradication is difficult. It was found that the greatest difficulty is the barriers that exist for its management. Logistical and financial challenges persist, especially in developing countries such as Mexico. Additionally, there is a lack of precise estimates on the economic costs and losses associated with the invasion of this plant. Therefore, a comprehensive review that integrates the most recent advances in these areas and provides a global vision of the current state of knowledge, as well as the opportunities and challenges that this species represents is needed. Conclusions. Overall, solid foundations for future research and public policies aimed at the sustainable management and use of the biomass of this plant will ensure a better approach.

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2025-12-18

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Martínez Muñoz, A. L., Gonzalez Perez, B. K., Valdez Calderon, A., & Gayosso Morales, M. A. (2025). Scientific and technological perspectives of the water lily (Pontederia crassipes): Innovative applications of its biomass. HIDROBIOLÓGICA, 35(3). Recuperado a partir de https://hidrobiologica.izt.uam.mx/index.php/revHidro/article/view/1817

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