Marsilea mutica
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Slowly spreading aquatic perennial fern, usually grown in shallow water. Glossy, dark green leaves, with pale green central marbling patterns are 2-3cm across, formed of 4 triangular leaflets that float on the water surface on long stalks
Scientific classification
- Species
- Marsilea mutica (Marsilea mutica)
- Genus
- Marsilea
- Family
- Marsileaceae
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- Toxicity
- Aquatic
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Submerged
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Marsilea mutica
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Marsilea mutica
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Marsilea mutica care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing slight drying between waterings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing slight drying between waterings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed monthly during active growth season
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division of rhizomes in summer; peg down in shallow water
Growing
GrowingGrow in rich soil, in muddy pool margins or in lattice baskets filled with loamy soil at a depth of no more than 15cm in full sun. See pond plants for further advice
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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