Marsilea schelpeana
Marsilea schelpeana Launert
Marsilea schelpeana is a species in the genus Marsilea, belonging to the family Marsileaceae. It was first described in 1960 by Launert and is known to occur in the Cape Provinces and other global regions.
Description
Marsilea schelpeana is a member of the Marsileaceae family, a group of aquatic or semi-aquatic ferns. This species is part of the Marsilea genus, which is characterized by its small, four-leaf clover-like fronds. The species was formally published in 1960 by Launert. Its distribution includes the Cape Provinces and extends to other global locations, indicating a broader ecological range. As with other members of the genus, it likely inhabits wetland environments such as ponds, marshes, or slow-moving water bodies.
Distribution
Global · Cape Provinces
