Description
Utricularia radiata (also called Radial Bladderwort, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, carnivorous plant native to the Americas. It has a rosette of leaves with a single, short stem and small, yellow flowers. It is found in wet, sandy soils, bogs, and shallow water.
Uses & Benefits
Utricularia radiata is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and ulcers. It is also used in the production of essential oils, which are used in aromatherapy and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Utricularia radiata has small, white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Utricularia radiata can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun if the soil is kept moist. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.