Utricularia sandersonii — a medium houseplant
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Utricularia sandersonii

Utricularia Sandersonii

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Utricularia sandersonii, Sanderson's bladderwort, is a species of flowering plant in the bladderwort family. Originally described and published by the British botanist Daniel Oliver in 1865, it is a carnivorous evergreen perennial, endemic to northern KwaZulu-Natal and Transkei in South Africa.

CARE GUIDE

How to keep Utricularia Sandersonii.

Pruning

To promote healthy growth and adequate airflow, it's important to prune bladderwort in early spring to remove any dead foliage. Be careful not to over-prune, as this can shock the plant. Bladderwort prefers damp, nutrient-poor conditions. Regular pruning is essential for maintaining the plant's vigor and encouraging bloom production, which are vital for its overall health.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Genus
Utricularia
Family
Lentibulariaceae
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Bladderwort
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