Flatleaf bladderwort
Utricularia intermedia
Flatleaf bladderwort is an aquatic carnivorous plant that must be grown in still, shallow water or wet boggy conditions with very low nutrient levels — avoid fertilizing, as enriched water will harm it. It catches tiny aquatic invertebrates using its specialized bladder traps and thrives best in full sun to partial shade outdoors in a pond or bog garden. This plant is best suited to experienced aquatic or carnivorous plant enthusiasts rather than general home gardeners.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Continuously Submerged Or Kept In Saturated Conditions • Keep Roots Submerged In Shallow, Still, Nutrient-Poor Water At All Times
Soil pH
7 – 7.5
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Encyclopedia of Life (cc-by-nc)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.