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Utricularia limosa (Utricularia limosa)

Utricularia limosa is a carnivorous plant found in wet areas, known for its small yellow flowers and bladder-like traps.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist to waterlogged.

Soil

Acidic, nutrient-poor, sandy or peaty soil. Avoid rich compost.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Aquatic

Fertilizer

Does not require fertilization.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Bright light is best for flowering.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist to waterlogged.

Mimic bog conditions; submerge pots in water.

Soil

Acidic, nutrient-poor, sandy or peaty soil. Avoid rich compost.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Aquatic

Fertilizer

Does not require fertilization.

Carnivorous nature provides nutrients; avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb, Aquatic

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Aquatic

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Aquatic

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.1-0.3 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear to filiform

Flower Size

0.8-1.2 cm

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Synonyms
Nelipus limosa (R.Br.) Raf.
Utricularia ceratophylloides O.Schwarz
Utricularia verticillata Benj.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyLentibulariaceae
  • genusUtricularia
  • speciesUtricularia limosa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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