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Marsilea minuta L.
| Family Name: | Marsileaceae |
| Synonyms: | Marsilea crenata C.Presl, Marsilea crenulata Desv. |
| Common Name: | Water Clover |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Ferns & Lycophytes (Non-Seed Vascular Plants) (Fern) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Aquatic & Hydrophyte (Emergent Aquatic, Waterside / Marginal), Creeper |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Southeast Asia |
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| Native Habitat | Aquatic |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | An aquatic fern, it has a creeping growth form. |
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| Foliage | Each frond is erect and has 4 triangular leaflets with rounded edges. |
| Stems | Its stem is a creeping rhizome bearing fronds at intervals. Roots develop at the base of each frond. |
| Habitat | It is found growing in stagnant water such as ditches and paddy fields. |
| Cultivation | It is best grown under partial sun, in slightly acidic water with temperatures of 22 to 28°C. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses | Edible Plant Parts : Edible Leaves Food (Fruit or Vegetable) |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
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| Landscape Uses | Riverine, Marsh / Bog, Aquarium / Aquascape |
| Thematic Landscaping | Water Garden |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Lots of Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Waterlogged Soils (Drains Site) |
| Maintenance Requirements | Moderate |
| Propagation Method | Stolon / Runner |
| Propagation Method Remarks | Spores |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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| Foliar Type | Compound |
| Foliar Attachment to Stem | Petiolate |
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Others
| Master ID | 30534 |
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| Species ID | 4843 |
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