Species Name: Utricularia graminifolia

Common name(s): Grass-leaved Bladderwort

Defining Characteristics: 

• Grass-like carpeting aquatic plant
• Neon green blades make for a stunning foreground feature
• Supplements its photosynthesis by capturing small crustaceans in its bladder-like traps

Tank Position: Foreground 

Growing Conditions: Emersed and Submerged 

Temperature requirement: 61-82°F

Lighting:   Shade    Moderate     Bright 

Water pH: 6 - 7.5

CO2 Requirements:    Low    Moderate     High 

Growth rate: Slow - Moderate

Height: 2 - 4” 

Origin: Southeast Asia including Burma, China, India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Regional locality: Wetlands and swamps from altitudes 100-2100m

USDA Hardiness Zone: 10-12

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:

Care Notes: Sensitive to hard water. Water should have a TDS between 0-100PPM for abundant growth. Although fish fry are considered to be safe around bladderworts, these plants are not recommended for dwarf shrimp tanks. 

Josh's Frogs offers a wide variety of aquarium and fish supplies for all of your aquatic needs. 

Shipping Notes: 

• LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE (when your temps are above 20°F and below 85°F)
• Gently RINSE out the gel/TRIM to needed size/PLANT in your tank
• Comes in a 2”- 3” SEALED cup