Here is my question: Is it ethical to possess an illegal aquatic plant because it is considered an invasive species? Many of us are responsible people who would never mishandle a plant that could be considered dangerous to an ecosystem. We would never take the risk of introducing it into the environment by simply tossing it into a lake or river or even flushing one down the toilet. But the fact of the matter is that many species are illegal in many states.
With that said, is it be wrong to possess an invasive species?
I say this because I was researching aquatic plants and I came across one that I really liked. The species is Hygrophila polysperma. I couldn't find a law in Iowa (where I live) that made it illegal to possess, but I could not find anyone who sales it. Places like Florida have made it illegal to sale this plant across state lines.
With that said, is it be wrong to possess an invasive species?
I say this because I was researching aquatic plants and I came across one that I really liked. The species is Hygrophila polysperma. I couldn't find a law in Iowa (where I live) that made it illegal to possess, but I could not find anyone who sales it. Places like Florida have made it illegal to sale this plant across state lines.