Cape Bladderwort (Utricularia Bisquamata) is a annual herb in the Lentibulariaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires very high watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A small, delicate annual carnivorous plant native to southern Africa.

Cape Bladderwort

Cape Bladderwort

Utricularia Bisquamata

A small, delicate annual carnivorous plant native to southern Africa.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
very high
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:peaty, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cape Bladderwort

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Lentibulariaceae
Genus:Utricularia