Reproduction
It reproduces by asexual reproduction only, but it is capable of growing extremely quickly, starting from small fragments and doubling in dry weight every 2.2-2.5 days. It grows from fragments that have broken off or dormant buds that have been detached from the main plant. Each node has five buds so potential for great and rapid spread is high. It also produces spores but they are genetically defective and do not produce viable offspring.
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