Description
Utricularia gomezii (also called Bladderwort, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to North and Central America. It is a small, free-floating aquatic plant, with a single rootless leaf that is oval in shape and up to 2 cm in length. It is found in ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams.
Uses & Benefits
Utricularia geminiloba is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, pain, and malaria. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Utricularia geminiloba has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long leaf.
Where to Find Utricularia geminiloba
Utricularia geminiloba is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It can be found growing in wet meadows, bogs, and along streams.