Aquarium plant

Marsilea crenata

ForegroundCreeping plant

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Plant overview

For foreground planting, Marsilea crenata grows as a creeping plant. Its profile combines easy care, medium light.

Marsilea crenata suits water with pH 6–7.5, KH 0–10 °dKH.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground
  • GrowthCreeping plant
  • LightMedium
  • Height3–5 cm

Water conditions

pH
6–7.5
Carbonate hardness
0–10 °dKH

Nutrients

Nitrate (NO₃)
10–50 mg/L
Phosphate (PO₄)
0.5–3 mg/L
Potassium (K)
5–50 mg/L
Iron (Fe)
0.05–0.2 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Slow
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Marsileaceae
Genus
Marsilea

Similar plants

Marsilea angustifolia Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Marsilea drummondii Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Marsilea quadrifolia Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Marsilea spp. Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Marsilea exarata Similar traits: growth type, placement, and light Marsilea hirsuta Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty

FAQ

Where should Marsilea crenata be planted?

Use it for foreground planting.

What light does Marsilea crenata need?

Light requirement: medium.

How tall does Marsilea crenata grow?

Height: 3–5 cm.