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Marsilea vestita - California Marsilea

Note: This plant is no longer in stock. This is an archive page preserved for informational use.  
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Habit and Cultural Information
Category: Fern
Family: Marsileaceae (Water-clovers)
Origin: California (U.S.A.)
California Native (Plant List): Yes
Evergreen: Yes
Flower Color: NA
Bloomtime: Not Significant
Height: <1 foot
Width: Spreading
Exposure: Full Sun
Irrigation (H2O Info): Aquatic
Winter Hardiness: 20-25° F
Marsilea vestita (Aquatic) (California Marsilea) - Compared to the other Marsilea we grow which have distinct markings or silver gray leaves, this species is plain but it is still quite attractive and is our native Marsillea so we really like it. The perfectly-formed wedge-shaped leaflets are a medium green, except the new growth which has a bronzy tinge. It will grow to as much as 12 inches tall, and can be planted in water up to 9 inches deep, or in a moist soil, and will do well in the full sun or partial shade. It is said to retain its green color through the winter. It is hardy to about 20 degrees F. 

Information displayed on this page about Marsilea vestita is based on our research conducted about this plant in our nursery library as well as from information provided by reliable online resources. We also include our own observations made about it as it has grown in the nursery gardens and other gardens visited, as well how the crops of this plant performed in the containers in our nursery field. We will also include comments received from others and welcome hearing from anyone who has information about this plant, particularly if it includes cultural information aiding others to better grow it.

 
San Marcos Growers closed for regular business at the end of 2025 as the property is being developed for affordable housing.
While our gates remain closed, we will open them by appointment so we can liquidate remaining plants, supplies and equipment. The plants remaining in the field are listed on our Live Inventory Page.
 
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