Swollen Bladderwort (Utricularia Inflata) is a perennial aquatic in the Lentibulariaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Utricularia inflata is a large suspended aquatic carnivorous plant with distinctive inflated leaf stalks that form wheel-like floats.

Swollen Bladderwort

Swollen Bladderwort

Utricularia Inflata

Utricularia inflata is a large suspended aquatic carnivorous plant with distinctive inflated leaf stalks that form wheel-like floats.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:peaty, boggy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:aquatic groundcover, carnivorous plant display

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Swollen 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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Taxonomy

Family:Lentibulariaceae
Genus:Utricularia