Marsilea Angustifolia – Aquatic Farmer Tissue Culture
Low-Growing, Clover-Like Foreground Plant
Scientific Name: Marsilea angustifolia
Common Name: Marsilea, Four-Leaf Clover Plant
Type: Foreground / Carpeting
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
Lighting Requirement: Medium to High
CO₂ Requirement: Optional, but enhances growth and density
Origin: Australia & Southeast Asia
Format: Tissue Culture (sterile, pest-free cup)
Description:
Marsilea Angustifolia is a charming foreground plant known for its small, clover-shaped leaves and low, creeping growth habit. Often referred to as a “four-leaf clover” plant in aquascaping, it adds a soft, natural carpet effect to planted tanks. Unlike more demanding carpet plants, Marsilea is easy to grow, making it ideal for beginners and low-tech setups.
This Aquatic Farmer tissue culture version is grown in sterile, nutrient-rich conditions—free from algae, snails, and pesticides—making it perfect for shrimp tanks and sensitive environments.
Key Features:
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Low-growing carpeting plant with distinctive clover-shaped leaves
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Can adapt to a wide range of aquarium conditions
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Spreads through runners to form a natural green carpet
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Grows more compact and lush with CO₂ and higher light
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Safe for all aquatic life, including shrimp and fry
Care Tips:
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Plant small portions throughout the foreground to allow quick spreading
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Use nutrient-rich substrate for best results
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Trim regularly to maintain a compact look
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Will grow taller and more "upright" in low-light tanks; stays short and dense in high light/CO₂ setups
Ideal For:
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Nature-style and Iwagumi aquascapes
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Nano tanks
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Foreground planting in mid-to-large aquariums
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Hobbyists seeking a beginner-friendly carpet plant
