Description
Utricularia longifolia (also called Long-leaved Bladderwort, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, carnivorous plant native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and small, bladder-like traps on its leaves. It is found in wet, sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Utricularia longifolia 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 longifolia 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 longifolia
Utricularia longifolia is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It can be found growing in wet meadows, bogs, and along streams.