Marsilea hirsuta

Marsilea Hirsuta (Rough Waterclover) - Easy Ground Cover Plant for Aquariums

Transform your aquarium floor with Marsilea Hirsuta, also known as Rough Waterclover! This hardy, undemanding ground cover plant is native to Australia and thrives in both submerged and emersed forms. In its underwater form, it creates a lush carpet of roundish, Glossostigma-like leaves, occasionally producing multi-part leaves for added variety. Perfect for larger aquariums, Marsilea Hirsuta spreads quickly via runners, forming a dense, medium to dark green carpet. While it adapts well to low light, moderate lighting and nutrient-rich substrates enhance its growth. A versatile choice for aquascaping, paludariums, and wabi-kusa setups!

Key Features with Benefits:

• Easy Ground Cover: Forms a dense, attractive carpet ideal for aquarium foregrounds.

• Low Maintenance: Thrives in low light and adapts to various water conditions.

• Fast Spreading: Quickly covers the substrate with runners, creating a lush green look.

• Versatile Use: Suitable for aquariums, paludariums, and wabi-kusa designs.

• Unique Leaf Variety: Produces roundish leaves and occasional multi-part leaves for visual interest.