Chihuahuan Waterclover
Marsilea mollis
- Native to:
- Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, United States
National Museum of Natural History (en.wikipedia.org)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Pteridophyta | - Ferns
- Family:
- Marsileaceae
- Genus:
- Marsilea
- Species:
- Marsilea mollis
- USDA Symbol:
- MAMO4
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 15 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- waterfowl
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- moist, nutrient-rich loamy soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- tolerates poor drainage
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- commonly found in wetland areas