Carbon dioxide addition is usually necessary, mostly because this plant requires high light and regular fertilization for optimal growth.

[4] Cabomba furcata has been reported as an invasive species in Kerala, India,[5] in the Kalutara district of Sri Lanka,[6] in Chini Lake, Malaysia,[7] and Taiwan.

[8][9] Its active stem propagation prevents light from penetrating the surface of water.

[dubious – discuss] It suffocates the water bodies, economically and ecologically hindering the growth of native aquatic plants and freshwater fish.

Red cabomba requires huge quantity of oxygen, resulting in decline of biodiversity and water quality.