Utricularia sandersonii

RHS Plant Profile
Sanderson's bladderwort
Sanderson's bladderwort RHS
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A terrestrial bladderwort that can be recognised by its spurred white flower that typically bears two distinct lobes above or "bunny ears" and is marked with pale blue on the lower lobes. Like other species, its carnivorous nature stems from the capture of micro-organisms by minute bladders on underground stems

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
1–2 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Sand
Moisture
Poorly–drained
pH
Acid

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H2

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Lentibulariaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Matforming
Genus
Utricularia can be aquatic, terrestrial or epiphytic, insectivorous annuals or perennials with linear to kidney-shaped leaves bearing bladders to trap insects, and solitary or racemose, 2-lipped flowers held above water level
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
Temp S Africa

How to Grow

Cultivation

Under glass grow in pots of peat substitute mixed with sand or perlite. Water using rain or pure water. Stand pots in a few centimetres of water to keep permanently moist. See carnivorous plant cultivation

Propagation

Propagate by division or propagate by seed

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Patio and container plants

Pruning

No pruning required. Deadhead

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free