Utricularia Longifolia Tissue Culture (Aquascaping Essentials)

Utricularia longifolia is a fascinating and rare carnivorous plant native to South America, known for its elegant, long, strappy leaves and its ability to produce small, bladder-like traps to feed on microscopic prey. Though not a typical choice for aquascaping, this plant adds an exotic touch to paludariums, terrariums, or emersed aquatic setups where humidity and moisture are consistent.

This species is best grown in nutrient-poor, moist conditions with high humidity. It prefers soft water and does well in sphagnum moss or similar airy substrates. When conditions are right, it may reward patient growers with delicate violet-purple flowers that resemble miniature orchids.

At Aquascaping Essentials, our tissue culture plants are densely packed and sealed for freshness, ensuring you receive an abundance of healthy plants that are pest, snail, algae, and disease-free. This guarantees exceptional value for money while providing a clean and thriving start for your aquascape.

Key Features

• Rare and exotic carnivorous species
• Long, flowing leaves and delicate flowers
• Thrives in high humidity and low-nutrient media
• Non-demanding and low maintenance once established
• Ideal for creative terrarium and paludarium displays
  

Care Instructions

• Lighting: Provide medium to high light for best growth
• CO₂: Not required
• Humidity: Keep humidity consistently high (70–90%)
• Substrate: Use nutrient-poor, airy media like sphagnum moss
• Watering: Keep substrate moist with soft or distilled water
• Fertiliser: Avoid heavy fertilisers; trace nutrients only if needed