Sushni (Marsilea minuta)
Sushni, also known as Clover Fern, is a powerful perennial herb and cascading aquatic fern plant, cultivated worldwide for culinary and medicinal purposes. Fresh bright green leaves can be consumed raw. Used in combination with Gotu Kola and Bacopa Brahmi, the herbs make up the trinity of herbs used to enhance brain function.
These herbs are known as nootropics; substances that enhance or improve cognitive function, particularly executive functions, memory, creativity, or motivation, in healthy individuals. Sushni also contains Marsiline, a substance with antidepresent, sedative and anticonvulsant properties. It has been used to fight insomnia and seizures.
Plant Type
Perennial Herb, Fern
Harvest Season
Year-Round
Mature Size
Up to 10 in. tall.
Soil & Moisture
Loves water! An aquatic fern that thrives in wet or poorly drained sandy, clay, or muddy soil conditions.
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade
Self-Fertile
Growth Rate
Zone Hardiness
Outdoors 8-10 with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse 4+
Propagation
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