Hiddenfruit Bladderwort
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(Utricularia geminiscapa)
Hiddenfruit Bladderwort (Utricularia geminiscapa)
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Summary
Utricularia geminiscapa, commonly known as Hiddenfruit Bladderwort, is a perennial aquatic herb native to shallow freshwater habitats such as bogs, fens, and the margins of ponds and streams in the northeastern United States and Canada. It has also been introduced to New Zealand. This bladderwort typically grows submerged or floating, with its foliage just at the water’s surface. It features small, inconspicuous yellow flowers that bloom from June to August. The plant is named for its bladder-like traps, which are submerged and used to capture small aquatic organisms.
Hiddenfruit Bladderwort is valued for its unique carnivorous nature, which can be a point of interest in water gardens and educational settings. It requires a wet, aquatic environment to thrive and prefers full to partial sunlight. While it does not require soil, it can anchor itself in shallow, nutrient-poor substrates. In cultivation, it is important to maintain clean water to prevent algal overgrowth that can smother the plant. It is not commonly afflicted by diseases but can be outcompeted by more aggressive aquatic plants.CC BY-SA 4.0
Hiddenfruit Bladderwort is valued for its unique carnivorous nature, which can be a point of interest in water gardens and educational settings. It requires a wet, aquatic environment to thrive and prefers full to partial sunlight. While it does not require soil, it can anchor itself in shallow, nutrient-poor substrates. In cultivation, it is important to maintain clean water to prevent algal overgrowth that can smother the plant. It is not commonly afflicted by diseases but can be outcompeted by more aggressive aquatic plants.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 0.1-0.2 feet
- Width: 0.5-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Drainage: Standing
Common Uses
Low Maintenance, Water Garden
Natural Habitat
Shallow freshwater habitats such as bogs, fens, and the margins of ponds and streams
Other Names
Common Names: Hidden Bladderwort, Northern Bladderwort, Twin-Stemmed Bladderwort, Paired Bladderwort, Paired-Scape Bladderwort, Two-Scaped Bladderwort
Scientific Names: Utricularia geminiscapa, Utricularia clandestina, Utricularia clandestina, Utricularia gibba
GBIF Accepted Name: Utricularia geminiscapa