Leafy Bladderwort (Utricularia Foliosa) is a perennial aquatic in the Lentibulariaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Utricularia foliosa is a large suspended aquatic carnivorous plant known for its bladder-like traps used to capture prey in water.

Leafy Bladderwort

Leafy Bladderwort

Utricularia Foliosa

Utricularia foliosa is a large suspended aquatic carnivorous plant known for its bladder-like traps used to capture prey in water.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:peaty, silty, loamy
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:aquatic plant, carnivorous plant, nutrient cycling

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Leafy Bladderwort

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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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Taxonomy

Family:Lentibulariaceae
Genus:Utricularia