Utricularia Graminifolia • Semi-Aquatic Bladderwort

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Rare Semi-Aquatic Bladderwort – A Collector’s Gem from Aquasabi

Utricularia graminifolia is a truly elegant bladderwort species known for its soft, grass-like foliage and striking white-to-lilac flowers. Originally from tropical Asia and sourced here from Aquasabi, this semi-aquatic carnivore is perfect for aquatic carnivorous plant setups, terrariums, paludariums, or planted tanks with periodic flooding.

Unlike most carnivorous plants that showcase their traps, the magic of bladderworts happens underground. These fascinating plants use tiny bladder-like traps to catch microscopic prey — all while producing orchid-like flowers that float above the greenery like a living wildflower meadow.

Why Grow Utricularia graminifolia?

• ✔ Semi-aquatic species – ideal for creative setups
• ✔ Produces elegant orchid-like flowers on upright scapes
• ✔ Imported from Aquasabi • Fully acclimatised
• ✔ Spreads gently as a lush green carpet over time
• ✔ Great for aquascapes, carnivorous plant bogs or tropical terrariums

How It Ships

• 🌱 Supplied in a generous 5cm plug – transplant or divide with ease
• 📦 Fully rooted and ready to grow
• 💧 Ships securely in moisture-retaining wrap

📦 Quick FAQ: Will it flower underwater?

It may grow underwater, but flowers appear best in semi-submerged setups with occasional flooding and high humidity.

Bite-size Info:
• Semi-aquatic bladderwort with delicate orchid-like flowers
• Imported from Aquasabi • Fully acclimatised and ready to grow
• Comes in a large 5cm plug – Easy to transplant or divide
• Perfect for terrariums, paludariums & aquatic bog gardens
• Will flower when semi-submerged with occasional flooding

Care Tips

• Light: Medium indirect light or filtered artificial lighting
• Water: Use only distilled or reverse osmosis water. Keep consistently moist or semi-submerged
• Soil: Loose, low-mineral substrate or aquatic carnivorous plant mix
• Humidity: High humidity preferred • Great for closed terrariums
• Growth habit: Spreads gently and produces runners • No dormancy required

Note: Will flower best when grown in shallow water or in terrarium setups with fluctuating water levels. Requires clean, low-mineral water to prevent rot or algae buildup.