Egyptian Water-clover

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in moist, shaded forest floors and tropical canopies.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Tracheophyta

Class

Polypodiopsida (Polypodiopsida)

Order

Salviniales (Salviniales)

Family

Marsileaceae

Genus

Marsilea

Species

Marsilea aegyptiaca (Egyptian Water-clover)

Names in Other Languages

French Marsiléa d’Egypte

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Trevo de Quatro Folhas

Marsilea batardae

Endangered

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Common Water Clover

Marsilea quadrifolia

Not Evaluated

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hooked-pepperwort

Marsilea vestita

Near Threatened

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false pepperwort

Marsilea crenata

Least Concern

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Dwarf Water Clover

Marsilea minuta

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Egyptian Water-clover?

The scientific name of Egyptian Water-clover is Marsilea aegyptiaca. It belongs to the genus Marsilea.

What is the conservation status of Egyptian Water-clover?

Egyptian Water-clover (Marsilea aegyptiaca) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Egyptian Water-clover belong to?

Egyptian Water-clover (Marsilea aegyptiaca) belongs to the genus Marsilea, which is part of the taxonomic family Marsileaceae.

Is Egyptian Water-clover endangered?

No, Egyptian Water-clover (Marsilea aegyptiaca) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Egyptian Water-clover belong to?

Egyptian Water-clover (Marsilea aegyptiaca) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of Egyptian Water-clover?

The closest relatives of Egyptian Water-clover in the genus Marsilea include Trevo de Quatro Folhas, Common Water Clover, hooked-pepperwort, false pepperwort, Dwarf Water Clover.