Clover Fern (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several water ferns of the genus Marsilea having four leaflets.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The clover fern grows in shallow water and can form dense mats that crowd out other aquatic plants.
- In the wild, the clover fern is often found in slow-moving streams and ponds with soft, muddy bottoms.
- The clover fern has four leaflets that resemble a four-leaf clover, hence its common name.
- Clover ferns are an important food source for many aquatic animals, including fish and turtles.
- The unique shape of the clover fern's leaflets allows it to float on the water's surface, giving it an advantage over other aquatic plants.