Eastern Purple Bladderwort (Utricularia Purpurea) 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 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Utricularia purpurea is a medium to large-sized aquatic carnivorous plant with distinctive purple flowers, native to eastern North America.

Eastern Purple Bladderwort

Eastern Purple Bladderwort

Utricularia Purpurea

Utricularia purpurea is a medium to large-sized aquatic carnivorous plant with distinctive purple flowers, native to eastern North America.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:aquatic habitat, carnivorous plant display, ecosystem balance

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Eastern Purple 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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Eastern Purple Bladderwort
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Taxonomy

Family:Lentibulariaceae
Genus:Utricularia